Compare: Lumberton, NC and Paterson, NJ

Lumberton NC

95.2

Cost of Living

below US average

18,841

Population

134.44

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$41,314

Median Income

below US average

$160,000

Median House Price

above US average

Average Rent Data is updating, will be available soon

23%

Poverty Rate

above US average

7.1%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Paterson NJ

112.4

Cost of Living

above US average

156,661

Population

22.93

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$52,092

Median Income

below US average

$450,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2100

Average Rent

above US average

18%

Poverty Rate

above US average

8.8%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Lumberton

Strong community events
Rich local culture and history
Close to parks and nature
Easy access to amenities
Diverse food options
Low cost of living
Family-friendly activities
Friendly community vibe
Growing job opportunities
Supportive local businesses

Cons of Lumberton

Racial tensions present
Limited nightlife options
Few youth activities available
Less diverse population
Political views can be divisive
Limited public transport
Economic growth is slow
Schools may need improvements
Healthcare access can be tricky
Higher crime rates reported

Pros of Paterson

Various nearby parks available
Strong sense of local identity
Affordable housing options
Close to NYC for jobs
Cultural diversity in community
Community events are frequent
Family-oriented neighborhoods
Access to major highways
Growing restaurant scene
Rich history and culture

Cons of Paterson

Limited kids activities available
Political views are polarized
Nightlife is not vibrant
Limited job opportunities
Traffic congestion issues
Diversity but racial tension exists
Public transport needs improvement
High crime rates reported
Schools have low ratings
Poverty levels are high