Compare: Lakewood, NJ and Shawnee, KS

Lakewood NJ

115.3

Cost of Living

above US average

68,555

Population

27.57

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$54,826

Median Income

below US average

$337,500

Median House Price

above US average

$2100

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.7%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Shawnee KS

102.3

Cost of Living

above US average

69,198

Population

16.19

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$100,649

Median Income

above US average

$295,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1400

Average Rent

below US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.3%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Lakewood

Access to parks and nature
Good job opportunities
Family-friendly community
Friendly neighborhood vibe
Low crime rate reported
Good schools in the area
Active community events
Public transport available
Diverse population
Close to beaches

Cons of Lakewood

Not very walkable in parts
Traffic congestion issues
High cost of living
Some racial tensions noted
Limited dining options
Seasonal weather challenges
Limited nightlife options
Few kids' activities available
Political views can be divisive
Public schools lack funding

Pros of Shawnee

Access to parks and nature
Strong community involvement
Affordable housing market
Low crime rate reported
Clean and well-kept neighborhoods
Good schools in the area
Family-friendly activities
Diverse dining options available
Children's activities abound
Proximity to Kansas City

Cons of Shawnee

Few job opportunities available
Economic disparity in regions
Limited public transport options
Challenging for young adults
Some areas suffer from racism
Limited nightlife options
Traffic congestion at times
Political views can vary widely
Lack of cultural events
Weather can be extreme