Compare: Irvine, CA and Sunnyside, WA

Irvine CA

115.2

Cost of Living

above US average

313,685

Population

12.82

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$122,948

Median Income

above US average

$2,415,000

Median House Price

above US average

$3200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Sunnyside WA

98.7

Cost of Living

below US average

16,296

Population

42.03

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$49,134

Median Income

below US average

$358,750

Median House Price

above US average

$1600

Average Rent

above US average

18%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.3%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Irvine

Family-friendly community
Great schools and education
Plenty of parks and activities
Lots of shopping and dining
Good public transportation access
Low crime rate overall
Close to beaches and outdoors
Diverse population present
Vibrant nightlife options
Strong job market opportunities

Cons of Irvine

Fewer kids' activities
Lack of affordable housing
Some areas have high rental rates
Hot summers can be tough
Some views lean liberal
Potential housing market crash
Limited nightlife variety
Traffic congestion issues
High cost of living here
Limited cultural scene

Pros of Sunnyside

Affordable cost of living
Good local parks
Family-friendly activities
Diverse population
Growing job market
Close to nature trails
Local events and festivals
Friendly community vibe
Less crime in the area
Access to outdoor sports

Cons of Sunnyside

Public transport is limited
Small town feel
Limited nightlife options
Rural isolation from cities
Some racism reported
Higher poverty rate
Weather can be challenging
School quality varies
Fewer job opportunities
Older housing stock