Compare: Denver, CO and Bowie, MD

Denver CO

110.3

Cost of Living

above US average

713,252

Population

8.36

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$85,853

Median Income

above US average

$607,500

Median House Price

above US average

$2400

Average Rent

above US average

14%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Bowie MD

115.0

Cost of Living

above US average

57,192

Population

13.1

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$138,797

Median Income

above US average

$480,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

2.8%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Denver

Good public transport availability
Strong community engagement
Strong job market opportunities
Growing tech industry
Many parks and open spaces
Vibrant nightlife scene
Healthy lifestyle options
Great outdoor activities
Diverse cultural events
Family-friendly attractions

Cons of Denver

Political divisiveness reported
Air quality concerns
Elevation sickness potential
High housing costs
Cold winters with snow
Increasing crime rates
Homelessness visible downtown
High cost of living overall
Limited public school options
Traffic congestion issues

Pros of Bowie

Low crime rate in certain areas
Great school options available
Access to public transport options
Family-friendly activities abound
Strong job market nearby
Diverse community interactions
Proximity to D.C. nightlife
Community events throughout year
Local shops and restaurants thriving
Multiple parks and green spaces

Cons of Bowie

Some areas experience petty crime
Few options for late-night dining
Not a lot of cultural attractions
Limited nightlife compared to D.C.
Economic inequality exists in areas
Political divisions noted in town
Traffic congestion during commutes
Higher cost of living overall
Racial tensions reported occasionally
Schools sometimes overcrowded