Compare: Aberdeen, MD and Lompoc, CA

Aberdeen MD

105.0

Cost of Living

above US average

16,859

Population

28.53

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$74,555

Median Income

below US average

$315,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Lompoc CA

114.2

Cost of Living

above US average

43,736

Population

31.23

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$66,947

Median Income

below US average

$560,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Aberdeen

Access to outdoor activities
Growing job market in healthcare
Affordable housing options
Proximity to Baltimore amenities
Low crime rates in neighborhoods
Diverse population
Family-friendly parks for kids
Strong local military presence
Friendly community atmosphere
Good schools with community support

Cons of Aberdeen

Limited nightlife options
Limited public transportation options
Traffic congestion during rush hour
Schools struggling with funding
Less cultural diversity in suburbs
Less job variety in some sectors
Political views can be polarized
Occasional social tensions evident
Some areas face economic decline
Higher taxes compared to rural areas

Pros of Lompoc

Pleasant weather year-round
Less traffic than bigger cities
Good schools in the area
Farmers markets are popular
Access to nearby wineries
Low cost of living
Family-friendly atmosphere
Diverse local events
Strong sense of community
Close to beaches and parks

Cons of Lompoc

Limited nightlife options
Limited job opportunities
Racism reported by some residents
Diversity concerns exist
Political views can be divisive
Public transportation lacks options
Healthcare services can be sparse
Higher crime rates reported
Some areas have poverty issues
Few activities for kids