Compare: Grand junction, CO and Bellevue, WA

Grand junction CO

90.5

Cost of Living

below US average

68,034

Population

39.95

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$62,993

Median Income

below US average

$335,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

10%

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.7%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Bellevue WA

145.8

Cost of Living

above US average

152,767

Population

37.96

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$149,551

Median Income

above US average

$1,950,000

Median House Price

above US average

$3200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Grand junction

Beautiful outdoor activities
Local wineries and breweries
Growing job opportunities
Diverse recreational options
Strong sense of community
Good public schools available
Affordable cost of living
Low crime rates overall
Pleasant climate year-round
Family-friendly atmosphere

Cons of Grand junction

Seasonal job market fluctuations
Fewer cultural events
Public transport could improve
Some areas have racism issues
Less access to urban amenities
Limited nightlife options
Higher housing costs recently
Low diversity in population
May feel isolated for some
Limited healthcare facilities

Pros of Bellevue

Diverse community with cultures
Vibrant nightlife options
Family-friendly environment
Proximity to Seattle's amenities
Active outdoor lifestyle prevalent
Great public schools available
Plenty of parks and activities
Low crime rate overall
Strong job market in tech
Safe neighborhoods for kids

Cons of Bellevue

Limited affordable housing options
Limited public transportation options
Occasional issues with racism
Less cultural events compared to Seattle
Potential for tech industry bias
Less nightlife from Sundays to Thursdays
Some areas have income disparities
Rush hour traffic can be bad
High cost of living overall
Schools may overcrowded at times