Compare: Denver, CO and Petaluma, 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

Petaluma CA

130.5

Cost of Living

above US average

58,652

Population

16.85

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$108,527

Median Income

above US average

$860,000

Median House Price

above US average

$3200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.6%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Denver

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

Cons of Denver

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

Pros of Petaluma

Low crime rates reported
Great local restaurants
Good schools in area
Strong job market stability
Diverse outdoor activities
Family-friendly events often
Nice wine country nearby
Vibrant arts scene exists
Easy access to San Francisco
Friendly community vibe

Cons of Petaluma

Limited nightlife options
Housing market competitive
Some may find it sleepy
Youth activities can lack
Occasional political tension
Some areas feel exclusive
Fewer job opportunities
High cost of living
Public transport limited
Traffic congestion at times