Compare: Hartford, CT and Eugene, OR

Hartford CT

110.5

Cost of Living

above US average

120,686

Population

37.48

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$41,841

Median Income

below US average

$340,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2100

Average Rent

above US average

20%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.9%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Eugene OR

107.8

Cost of Living

above US average

177,923

Population

37.38

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$61,481

Median Income

below US average

$515,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

14%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.0%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Hartford

Diverse population and culture
Vibrant local food scene
Plenty of parks and recreation
Access to many job opportunities
Proximity to NYC and Boston
Strong community events
Public transportation options
Family-friendly activities abound
Rich in history and arts
Good educational institutions

Cons of Hartford

Limited nightlife options
Traffic congestion issues
Cost of living can be high
Limited outdoor activities
Cold winters with heavy snow
Racial tension elements present
Social economic challenges
Some areas are less friendly
Public schools vary in quality
Higher crime rates reported

Pros of Eugene

Friendly community
Vibrant nightlife options
Good local food scene
Strong job market in tech
Strong arts and culture
Good public schools
Accessible hiking trails
Great outdoor activities
Diverse population
Nice parks and recreation

Cons of Eugene

High property prices
Frequent rainy weather
Some areas have crime issues
Higher cost of living
Limited kids' activities
Limited job opportunities
Some neighborhoods feel unsafe
Struggles with homelessness
Traffic can be congested
Political tensions present