Compare: Lakewood, WA and Fayetteville, NC

Lakewood WA

110.5

Cost of Living

above US average

62,572

Population

60.91

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$65,531

Median Income

below US average

$492,500

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

5.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Fayetteville NC

105.5

Cost of Living

above US average

208,873

Population

44.37

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$53,424

Median Income

below US average

$324,770

Median House Price

above US average

$1440

Average Rent

above US average

14%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.9%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Lakewood

Rich in local wildlife
Active community events
Close to Seattle amenities
Various kids activities available
Strong job market in tech
Diverse community
Great parks and outdoor spaces
Friendly neighborhoods
Good public transportation
Family-friendly atmosphere

Cons of Lakewood

Higher crime rates reported
Traffic congestion during peak
High cost of living
Limited nightlife options
Potential racial tensions noted
Growing homelessness issues
Disparities in wealth present
Limited healthcare facilities
Public schools vary in quality
Can be rainy and gloomy

Pros of Fayetteville

Family-friendly parks available
Military-friendly community
Rich history and culture
Active community events
Access to outdoor activities
Variety of local restaurants
Affordable cost of living
Diverse population
Good job opportunities in healthcare
Vibrant art scene

Cons of Fayetteville

Weather can be extreme
Higher crime rates reported
Limited public transportation
Some schools rated poorly
Traffic congestion issues
Political divisiveness present
Limited nightlife options
Limited upscale shopping options
Economic disparities noticeable
Racism reported in areas