Compare: Fishers, IN and Surprise, AZ

Fishers IN

105.7

Cost of Living

above US average

101,966

Population

8.36

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$126,548

Median Income

above US average

$352,450

Median House Price

above US average

$1350

Average Rent

below US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.5%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Surprise AZ

105.2

Cost of Living

above US average

154,198

Population

14.47

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$87,756

Median Income

above US average

$391,500

Median House Price

above US average

$1600

Average Rent

above US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.9%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Fishers

Low crime rates reported
Nearby parks and lakes
Good nightlife options
Quality public schools available
Generally liberal political views
Diverse population demographics
Strong job market conditions
Family-friendly activities
Growing economic opportunities
Friendly community vibe

Cons of Fishers

Limited public transportation options
Fewer cultural events compared to cities
Housing market can be competitive
Slightly rural lifestyle
Limited restaurants and bars
Occasional racism reported
Some neighborhoods lack diversity
Weather can be extreme
Higher cost of living than average
Traffic can get congested

Pros of Surprise

Low crime rate in areas
Access to sports events
Affordable housing options
Strong school district ratings
Plenty of parks and trails
Nice nearby outdoor activities
Warm weather year-round
Growing job market opportunities
Family-friendly activities
Diverse community events

Cons of Surprise

Limited nightlife options
High summer temperatures
Economic disparity exists
Public transport is sparse
Limited cultural events available
Dust storms can be disruptive
Schools have funding challenges
Lack of diversity in some areas
Some areas have racially mixed
Traffic congestion during peak