Compare: Aberdeen, WA and Gresham, OR

Aberdeen WA

115.5

Cost of Living

above US average

17,113

Population

46.69

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$50,008

Median Income

below US average

$265,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

18%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Gresham OR

115.0

Cost of Living

above US average

111,621

Population

33.79

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$69,437

Median Income

below US average

$449,900

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.9%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Aberdeen

Access to outdoor activities
Variety of local shops
Friendly community vibes
Affordable housing options
Less crowded than urban areas
Pet-friendly environment
Beautiful coastal scenery
Growing arts community
Lively local music scene
Nearby Olympic National Park

Cons of Aberdeen

Potential for racism issues
Lack of diversity in town
Bad weather affects mood
High crime rates reported
Public transport is scarce
Schools need improvement
Economic struggles evident
Limited job opportunities
Higher cost of living in cities
Limited nightlife options

Pros of Gresham

Diverse community
Reasonable job opportunities
Community events and fairs
Low crime rates overall
Strong sense of community
Nearby nature trails
Affordable housing options
Good public transport access
Local farmer's markets
Family-friendly parks

Cons of Gresham

Some areas have higher crime
occasional racial tensions
Fewer activities for teens
Less cultural events
Job market can be competitive
Limited dining diversity
Schools rated average
Limited nightlife options
Traffic congestion issues
Weather can be gloomy