Compare: Fountain, MN and Pierre, SD

Fountain MN

95.0

Cost of Living

below US average

407

Population

4.91

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$71,875

Median Income

below US average

$250,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.2%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pierre SD

95.4

Cost of Living

below US average

13,969

Population

22.69

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$80,473

Median Income

below US average

$332,500

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

10%

Poverty Rate

below US average

2.6%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Fountain

Friendly community
Cultural events nearby
Diverse local population
Proximity to Rochester
Peaceful environment
Low crime rates
Access to parks and trails
Good schools in area
Affordable housing market
Strong family orientation

Cons of Fountain

Limited shopping options
Limited nightlife options
Cold winters can be harsh
Lack of public transport
Not many restaurants
Few kids activities available
Potential for racism issues
Rural area can feel isolated
Few job opportunities
Conservative political views

Pros of Pierre

Friendly community
Strong sense of community
Less traffic congestion
Great local parks
Rich in outdoor activities
Safe suburban neighborhoods
Strong local arts scene
Good schools in area
Low cost of living
Decent job opportunities

Cons of Pierre

Limited shopping choices
Limited nightlife options
Limited diversity
Cold winters can be harsh
Rural isolation can feel strong
Cultural activities are rare
Political views can be divided
Few job openings in tech
Low population density
Some social economic issues