Compare: Falls church, VA and Downey, CA

Falls church VA

130.5

Cost of Living

above US average

14,586

Population

17.62

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$164,536

Median Income

above US average

$1,011,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2300

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

2.5%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Downey CA

135.2

Cost of Living

above US average

109,934

Population

25.73

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$84,236

Median Income

above US average

$925,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2500

Average Rent

above US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.6%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Falls church

Great kids activities
Liberal political views
Strong job market
Low crime rate
Friendly community
Diverse population
Good schools available
Vibrant nightlife
Nearby parks and trails
Access to public transport

Cons of Falls church

Some areas lack nightlife
Expensive childcare options
Limited low-income jobs
Possible racial tension
Property taxes can be high
Rare severe winter weather
Weather can be extreme
Limited affordable housing
High cost of living
Traffic congestion issues

Pros of Downey

Average school ratings
Good job opportunities
Local parks for kids
Family-oriented activities
Public transport access
Close to LA attractions
Diverse population
Cultural events in town
Friendly community vibe
Growing nightlife scene

Cons of Downey

Schools need improvement
Limited nightlife options
Cost of living rising
Lack of recreational areas
Economic inequality present
Air quality concerns reported
Traffic congestion common
Occasional racism noted
High crime rates reported
Political tensions visible