Compare: Belleville, NJ and Prairie village, KS

Belleville NJ

110.3

Cost of Living

above US average

36,602

Population

4.92

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$80,460

Median Income

below US average

$427,500

Median House Price

above US average

$2300

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

5.1%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Prairie village KS

105.3

Cost of Living

above US average

22,947

Population

14.69

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$99,691

Median Income

above US average

$485,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1500

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

2.5%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Belleville

Family-friendly events
Access to parks and greens
Active nightlife options
Variety of local eateries
Job opportunities nearby
Affordable housing options
Close to NYC transport
Good local schools
Strong community vibe
Diverse cultural scene

Cons of Belleville

Less job growth potential
Transient population issues
Traffic congestion issues
Political divides visible
Occasional racial tensions
Limited nightlife variety
Schools under financial strain
Neighborhood cleanliness concerns
Limited recreational facilities
Higher crime rates reported

Pros of Prairie village

Strong sense of community
Diverse local restaurants
Good public transportation
Lots of parks and greenspaces
Low unemployment rate
Low crime rate
Supportive local events
Family-friendly community
Good school system
Close to Kansas City nightlife

Cons of Prairie village

Limited cultural activities
Limited shopping options
Limited nightlife options
Less job diversity
Higher taxes than nearby areas
High cost of living
Possible racial tension
Political polarization observed
Not very walkable
Few entertainment venues