Compare: Tustin, CA and Paterson, NJ

Tustin CA

105.2

Cost of Living

above US average

78,418

Population

28.88

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$102,065

Median Income

above US average

$1,182,756

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.0%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Paterson NJ

112.4

Cost of Living

above US average

156,661

Population

22.93

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$52,092

Median Income

below US average

$450,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2100

Average Rent

above US average

18%

Poverty Rate

above US average

8.8%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Tustin

Family-friendly neighborhoods
Mild weather throughout year
Growing job market opportunities
Diverse community and cultures
Proximity to beaches nearby
Active nightlife options available
Plenty of parks and activities
Low crime rate for the area
Good schools in the area
Accessible public transportation

Cons of Tustin

High demand for housing market
Traffic congestion during rush hours
Potential for suburban sprawl issues
Limited public transportation routes
Not many affordable housing options
Political views tend to vary widely
High cost of living overall
Some areas have low diversity
Limited kids activities at times
Occasional reports of petty crime

Pros of Paterson

Growing restaurant scene
Various nearby parks available
Cultural diversity in community
Affordable housing options
Close to NYC for jobs
Community events are frequent
Strong sense of local identity
Family-oriented neighborhoods
Access to major highways
Rich history and culture

Cons of Paterson

Traffic congestion issues
Political views are polarized
Public transport needs improvement
Diversity but racial tension exists
Schools have low ratings
Limited kids activities available
Nightlife is not vibrant
Limited job opportunities
Poverty levels are high
High crime rates reported