Compare: Fort mill, SC and Lakeland, FL

Fort mill SC

115.7

Cost of Living

above US average

30,940

Population

8.11

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$128,125

Median Income

above US average

$455,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.1%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Lakeland FL

90.0

Cost of Living

below US average

120,071

Population

26.79

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$58,290

Median Income

below US average

$199,500

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

14%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Fort mill

Easy access to Charlotte's nightlife
Great local parks for kids
Growing job market opportunities
Good schools with high ratings
Pleasant weather year-round
Strong sense of community involvement
Friendly community vibe
Low crime rates overall
Diverse local events and culture
Family-friendly activities abound

Cons of Fort mill

Need for more restaurant variety
Public services can be lacking
Lack of major cultural events
Occasional political divisiveness
Limited public transport
Job market can be competitive
Some areas have racial tension
Limited nightlife options
Higher cost of living recently
Traffic can be congested

Pros of Lakeland

Affordable cost of living
Diverse dining options
Nice weather year-round
Convenient access to Orlando
Good parks and recreation
Growing job market
Family-friendly activities
Laid-back lifestyle
Strong local economy
Friendly community vibe

Cons of Lakeland

Traffic congestion issues
Schools need improvement
Hot and humid summers
Some areas have poverty issues
Limited public transportation
Job market can be competitive
Limited nightlife options
Less cultural diversity
High crime rates in areas
Political polarization