Compare: Dalton, GA and Paterson, NJ

Dalton GA

90.5

Cost of Living

below US average

34,366

Population

28.28

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$57,163

Median Income

below US average

$255,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

17%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.8%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Paterson NJ

112.4

Cost of Living

above US average

156,661

Population

22.93

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$52,092

Median Income

below US average

$450,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2100

Average Rent

above US average

18%

Poverty Rate

above US average

8.8%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Dalton

Rich local history and culture
Access to outdoor activities
Diverse local festivals and events
Good local schools available
Growing job market opportunities
Affordable cost of living
Family-friendly environment
Several parks and recreation spots
Friendly community vibe
Nearby access to larger cities

Cons of Dalton

Politics lean conservative
Limited nightlife options
Some schools underperforming
Public transportation issues
Limited job diversity available
Racial tensions occasionally noted
Less diversity in population
Higher crime rates reported
Seasonal weather extremes
Few activities for teens

Pros of Paterson

Various nearby parks available
Strong sense of local identity
Affordable housing options
Close to NYC for jobs
Cultural diversity in community
Community events are frequent
Family-oriented neighborhoods
Access to major highways
Growing restaurant scene
Rich history and culture

Cons of Paterson

Limited kids activities available
Political views are polarized
Nightlife is not vibrant
Limited job opportunities
Traffic congestion issues
Diversity but racial tension exists
Public transport needs improvement
High crime rates reported
Schools have low ratings
Poverty levels are high