Compare: Independence, KY and Casa grande, AZ

Independence KY

107.3

Cost of Living

above US average

29,326

Population

4.3

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$92,355

Median Income

above US average

$296,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1450

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Casa grande AZ

98.0

Cost of Living

below US average

60,032

Population

27.0

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$64,535

Median Income

below US average

$332,500

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.4%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Independence

Affordable housing options
Easy access to Cincinnati
Friendly community
Family-friendly activities
Diverse neighborhoods
Good schools available
Low crime rate
Job market is stable
Nearby parks and trails
Active local events

Cons of Independence

Public transport issues
Growing economic inequality
Political views can be extreme
Limited hospital facilities
Limited nightlife options
Less cultural diversity
Some areas feel isolated
Fewer job advancement options
Boredom during weekends
Higher traffic during rush hours

Pros of Casa grande

Strong sense of local pride
Affordable housing options
Close to Phoenix for nightlife
Diverse local festivals and events
Public schools with decent ratings
Friendly and welcoming community
Access to outdoor recreation areas
Mild weather most of the year
Family-friendly activities available
Growing job market opportunities

Cons of Casa grande

Racial tensions are noted
Higher crime rates reported
School funding issues persist
Economic disparities exist
Limited nightlife options
Limited cultural diversity
Jobs can be low-paying
Public transport is lacking
Some areas feel less safe
Extreme heat in summer months