Compare: Longmont, CO and Chico, CA

Longmont CO

115.8

Cost of Living

above US average

98,687

Population

30.53

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$89,720

Median Income

above US average

$515,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.9%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Chico CA

110.2

Cost of Living

above US average

101,299

Population

29.72

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$65,932

Median Income

below US average

$444,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

20%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.9%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Longmont

Diverse dining options
Growing arts scene
Family-friendly community
Active community events
Close to Boulder
Vibrant downtown area
Good public schools
Low crime rate overall
Strong job market in tech
Access to outdoor activities

Cons of Longmont

Can be politically divided
Less cultural diversity
High cost of living
Limited nightlife options
Some traffic congestion
Limited public transport
Occasional racism issues
Housing market competitive
Some social economic divides
Extreme weather conditions

Pros of Chico

Beautiful outdoor activities
Accessible local parks
Growing job opportunities
Plenty of kids activities
Friendliness among residents
Vibrant nightlife scene
Strong community feel
Environmental sustainability focus
Diverse local culture
Good schools available

Cons of Chico

Wildfire risks in summer
Limited healthcare access
Job market competition high
Housing availability issues
High cost of living
Racial tensions reported
Limited public transport
Diverse opinions on politics
Some crime concerns
Traffic congestion issues