Compare: Aberdeen, SD and Santa maria, CA

Aberdeen SD

95.0

Cost of Living

below US average

28,210

Population

19.28

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$62,684

Median Income

below US average

$212,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

10%

Poverty Rate

below US average

2.2%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Santa maria CA

115.7

Cost of Living

above US average

110,125

Population

22.27

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$81,237

Median Income

above US average

$600,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2300

Average Rent

above US average

15%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.0%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Aberdeen

Good local schools
Access to outdoor activities
Stable job market
Quaint small-town feel
Friendly community vibe
Low cost of living
Family-friendly events
Diverse dining options
Cultural events and festivals
Low crime rates

Cons of Aberdeen

Limited public transport
Limited shopping choices
Rural isolation issues
Lack of diversity
School sports limitations
High poverty rate
Few job opportunities
Political polarization
Harsh winter weather
Limited nightlife options

Pros of Santa maria

Growing job market
Rich agricultural community
Access to outdoor recreation
Family-friendly activities
Close to beautiful beaches
Affordable housing options
Good local restaurants
Friendly and welcoming locals
Mild climate year-round
Diverse cultural events

Cons of Santa maria

Mediocre healthcare facilities
Some areas have poverty
Lack of public transportation
Underfunded public schools
Occasional racial tensions
Higher crime rate in areas
Limited job opportunities
Seasonal job fluctuations
Limited nightlife options
Traffic congestion issues