Compare: East lansing, MI and Little falls, MN

East lansing MI

90.0

Cost of Living

below US average

47,340

Population

20.15

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$44,094

Median Income

below US average

$312,550

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

19%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.7%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Little falls MN

105.2

Cost of Living

above US average

9,094

Population

22.43

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$44,455

Median Income

below US average

$267,330

Median House Price

above US average

$1350

Average Rent

below US average

11%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of East lansing

Strong job market with MSU
Diverse community and events
Community-oriented events
Active nightlife for students
Friendly college town vibe
Great public schools available
Affordable cost of living
Plenty of parks and activities
Cultural activities nearby
Low crime rate generally

Cons of East lansing

Traffic congestion during school
Harsh winters with snow
Less variety in restaurants
Limited public transportation options
Occasional political tensions
Racism reported by some residents
Perception of elitism at times
Limited nightlife for families
Not as much for older adults
Some areas have high rent

Pros of Little falls

Family-friendly events
Local parks and trails
Community-oriented atmosphere
Supportive local businesses
Friendly community
Low crime rate
Affordable cost of living
Good schools in area
Access to nature activities
Diverse seasonal activities

Cons of Little falls

Harsh winter weather
Fewer job opportunities
Less cultural diversity
Limited dining choices
Economic challenges present
Limited nightlife options
Older housing stock
Limited public transport
Higher taxes in some areas
Limited healthcare facilities