Compare: Dayton, PA and Surprise, AZ

Dayton PA

95.0

Cost of Living

below US average

544

Population

9.19

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$53,750

Median Income

below US average

$164,900

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Surprise AZ

105.2

Cost of Living

above US average

154,198

Population

14.47

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$87,756

Median Income

above US average

$391,500

Median House Price

above US average

$1600

Average Rent

above US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.9%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Dayton

Access to outdoor activities
Close-knit neighborhoods
Affordable housing options
Rural charm and scenery
Growing local businesses
Low cost of living
Short commute times
Friendly community vibe
Rich local history
Family-friendly events

Cons of Dayton

Limited nightlife options
Schools have mixed reviews
Rural area can be isolating
Political views can be polarized
Limited cultural diversity
Economic opportunities limited
Job market is quite slow
Public transport is lacking
High crime rates reported
Few kids activities available

Pros of Surprise

Low crime rate in areas
Access to sports events
Affordable housing options
Strong school district ratings
Plenty of parks and trails
Nice nearby outdoor activities
Warm weather year-round
Growing job market opportunities
Family-friendly activities
Diverse community events

Cons of Surprise

Limited nightlife options
High summer temperatures
Economic disparity exists
Public transport is sparse
Limited cultural events available
Dust storms can be disruptive
Schools have funding challenges
Lack of diversity in some areas
Some areas have racially mixed
Traffic congestion during peak