Compare: College park, MD and Manassas, VA

College park MD

110.8

Cost of Living

above US average

34,190

Population

9.36

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$76,973

Median Income

below US average

$453,851

Median House Price

above US average

$2000

Average Rent

above US average

10%

Poverty Rate

below US average

5.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Manassas VA

110.5

Cost of Living

above US average

42,642

Population

25.19

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$110,559

Median Income

above US average

$450,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

2.7%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of College park

Access to DC amenities
Reputable schools available
Parks and outdoor spaces
Diverse community
Active nightlife scene
Low overall crime rate
Family-friendly activities
Strong job market nearby
Good public transportation
Cultural events year-round

Cons of College park

Limited housing availability
Limited late-night options
Occasional petty crimes
Racial tensions reported
School overcrowding concerns
Noise from nearby highways
Public transport delays
Political divides present
High cost of living
Traffic congestion issues

Pros of Manassas

Friendly neighborhoods
Nearby Washington, D.C.
Family-friendly parks
Low cost of living
Active nightlife scene
Growing job market
Good schools available
Rich Civil War history
Strong sense of community
Diverse dining options

Cons of Manassas

Some economic disparity
Higher crime rates in areas
Limited public transport
Limited cultural events
Occasional racism reported
Nightlife can be quiet
School funding disparities
Traffic congestion issues
Job market can be competitive
Seasonal weather extremes