Compare: Denver, CO and La mesa, CA

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

La mesa CA

122.3

Cost of Living

above US average

60,360

Population

19.48

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$83,649

Median Income

above US average

$792,500

Median House Price

above US average

$2500

Average Rent

above US average

10%

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.3%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Denver

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

Cons of Denver

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

Pros of La mesa

Diverse dining choices
Friendly neighborhood vibe
Close to San Diego attractions
Growing job opportunities
Low crime rate overall
Good school options available
Access to parks and trails
Community events regularly
Nice weather year-round
Family-friendly community

Cons of La mesa

Traffic congestion at times
Occasional homelessness
Limited public transportation
Rising housing market costs
Some areas have litter issues
Political divides in views
Diversity can vary by area
Schools can be hit or miss
Limited nightlife options
High cost of living