Compare: Albany, OR and Riverhead, NY

Albany OR

104.5

Cost of Living

above US average

56,891

Population

29.6

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$69,777

Median Income

below US average

$487,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1400

Average Rent

below US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Riverhead NY

125.0

Cost of Living

above US average

33,539

Population

6.86

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$80,000

Median Income

below US average

$615,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2400

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.3%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Albany

Family-friendly activities
Friendly community vibe
Great local food scene
Diverse cultural events
Access to nature outdoors
Proximity to Corvallis
Short commute times
Growing job market
Good schools available
Low cost of living

Cons of Albany

Higher crime rates reported
Political divides present
Not many youth programs
Public transport is lacking
Fewer job opportunities locally
Issues with homelessness seen
Can be rainy seasonally
Limited nightlife options
Limited shopping choices
Less diversity compared to others

Pros of Riverhead

Historic downtown area
Rich agricultural community
Family-friendly neighborhoods
Friendly community vibe
Good waterfront activities
Growing local businesses
Decent schools overall
Access to beaches nearby
Nice parks and recreations
Variety of local restaurants

Cons of Riverhead

Limited job opportunities
Crime rates above average
High cost of living
Public transport is lacking
Limited nightlife options
Diversity can be an issue
Occasional flooding risks
Some traffic congestion
Far from major cities
Seasonal tourist fluctuations