Compare: Rochester, NY and Salt lake city, UT

Rochester NY

110.0

Cost of Living

above US average

209,352

Population

43.31

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$44,156

Median Income

below US average

$154,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1600

Average Rent

above US average

22%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.3%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Salt lake city UT

115.4

Cost of Living

above US average

204,657

Population

72.82

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$72,357

Median Income

below US average

$610,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1750

Average Rent

above US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.5%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Rochester

Diverse food options available
Great educational institutions
Active music and arts scene
Rich cultural scene
Strong job market in healthcare
Affordable housing options
Many parks and green spaces
Good public transportation access
Family-friendly activities
Community events year-round

Cons of Rochester

Job market can be competitive
Limited shopping options downtown
Limited nightlife options
Traffic can be congested
Economic disparities present
Higher crime in certain areas
Perception of racial issues
Cold and long winters
Public schools vary in quality
Some neighborhoods need revitalization

Pros of Salt lake city

Clean and safe neighborhoods
Active community events
Cultural diversity increasing
Low unemployment rate
Access to quality schools
Family-friendly environment
Thriving nightlife options
Diverse outdoor activities
Strong job market growth
Beautiful mountain scenery

Cons of Salt lake city

Summer heat can be intense
High cost of living
Limited kid-friendly venues
Racial diversity challenges
Slightly conservative politics
Air quality issues
High property taxes
Some areas have crime spikes
Limited public transportation
Isolation from big cities