Compare: Lakewood, CO and Aurora, IL

Lakewood CO

110.3

Cost of Living

above US average

156,120

Population

55.26

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$82,786

Median Income

above US average

$542,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2100

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.1%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Aurora IL

98.7

Cost of Living

below US average

177,866

Population

3.71

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$85,943

Median Income

above US average

$240,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1300

Average Rent

below US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

6.0%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Lakewood

Community events and festivals
Low crime rate
Beautiful mountain views
Family-friendly parks
Many outdoor activities
Good job market opportunities
Vibrant arts scene
Close to Denver nightlife
Highly-rated schools
Diverse dining options

Cons of Lakewood

Limited local nightlife
Some areas may feel unsafe
Possible racial tensions
Rising housing prices
Limited public transport
Income inequality in neighborhoods
Cold winters, lot of snow
Lack of activities for teens
High cost of living
Traffic congestion issues

Pros of Aurora

Strong community events
Variety of parks nearby
Welcoming neighborhoods
Low cost of living
Family-friendly community
Active nightlife scene
Growing job market
Good schools available
Public transport options
Diverse dining options

Cons of Aurora

Public services can lag
Limited youth activities
Limited cultural activities
Higher crime rates in areas
Racial tensions reported
Job market competition high
Cold winters affect activities
Long commute to Chicago
Traffic congestion issues
Some areas need improvement