Compare: Commerce city, CO and Highland, IL

Commerce city CO

110.5

Cost of Living

above US average

66,115

Population

32.19

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$96,484

Median Income

above US average

$535,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2100

Average Rent

above US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.7%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Highland IL

95.0

Cost of Living

below US average

10,009

Population

7.99

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$75,779

Median Income

below US average

$240,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.5%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Commerce city

Friendly and welcoming residents
Diverse community and culture
Plenty of outdoor activities
Public transportation access
Active local events and festivals
Growing job opportunities
Proximity to Denver attractions
Strong sense of community spirit
Affordable housing options
Good parks for kids to play

Cons of Commerce city

Pollution from industrial areas
Higher crime rates reported
Perception of racism still exists
Job market can be competitive
Schools need improvement
Public services could improve
Economic disparity is noticeable
Limited nightlife options
Traffic congestion issues
Some areas lack amenities

Pros of Highland

Good healthcare facilities
Friendly community vibe
Nice parks for kids
Low crime rates overall
Job market is stable
Family-oriented activities
Affordable housing options
Diverse community events
Strong local schools
Close to St. Louis access

Cons of Highland

Higher property taxes
Fewer job opportunities
Lacks major cultural events
May feel rural for some
Limited shopping options
Less diversity in restaurants
Political views can be mixed
Limited nightlife options
Average public transportation
Some racist incidents reported