Compare: West islip, NY and Portland, OR

West islip NY

124.3

Cost of Living

above US average

27,192

Population

0.99

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$161,792

Median Income

above US average

$675,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2500

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.5%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Portland OR

115.0

Cost of Living

above US average

635,067

Population

70.21

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$85,876

Median Income

above US average

$510,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.9%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of West islip

Low crime rate overall
Variety of restaurants nearby
Access to beaches and water
Good schools and education
Strong local economy and jobs
Nearby parks and activities
Family-friendly community
Nice suburban atmosphere
Close-knit neighborhood vibe
Diverse population in area

Cons of West islip

Public transportation is limited
Limited nightlife options
Occasional racial tensions
Some schools are overcrowded
Lack of cultural activities
Less diversity in some areas
Potentially high taxes
Political polarization in communities
Traffic congestion in peak hours
High cost of living

Pros of Portland

Access to nature nearby
Great local food options
Rich cultural events
Diverse food carts
Strong coffee culture
Strong environmental focus
Biking-friendly city
Active nightlife options
Vibrant arts scene
Friendly community vibe

Cons of Portland

Notoriously rainy weather
Traffic congestion
Increasing crime rates
Public transport challenges
Rising housing prices
Homelessness issues
Taxes can be high
Limited job market
High cost of living
Some racial tensions