Compare: Altoona, WI and Beecher city, IL

Altoona WI

95.5

Cost of Living

below US average

9,139

Population

20.35

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$77,002

Median Income

below US average

$345,500

Median House Price

above US average

$1100

Average Rent

below US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.2%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Beecher city IL

95.5

Cost of Living

below US average

423

Population

2.36

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$39,297

Median Income

below US average

$165,421

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

14%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.2%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Altoona

Family-centric activities
Active local nightlife
Friendly community
Low cost of living
Public schools are decent
Diverse cultural events
Growing job market
Access to parks and outdoors
Available healthcare facilities
Rich local history

Cons of Altoona

Rural areas can feel isolating
Limited nightlife options
High property crime rate
Few public transport options
Occasional racism reported
Limited higher education
Seasonal job fluctuations
Weather can be harsh
Lack of diverse restaurants
Some economic disparity

Pros of Beecher city

Safe neighborhoods
Nearby outdoor recreation
Access to parks
Family-oriented activities
Friendly community
Low cost of living
Quiet rural area
Strong local schools
Close-knit social circles
Less traffic congestion

Cons of Beecher city

Older infrastructure
Limited nightlife options
High property taxes
Few job opportunities
Limited cultural activities
Possibility of racism
Limited public transport
Rural healthcare access issues
Struggles with economic growth
Lack of diversity