Compare: Madison, WI and San marcos, CA

Madison WI

112.5

Cost of Living

above US average

272,903

Population

26.64

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$74,895

Median Income

below US average

$504,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

2.7%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

San marcos CA

138.4

Cost of Living

above US average

94,854

Population

12.13

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$99,413

Median Income

above US average

$930,000

Median House Price

above US average

$3200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.7%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Madison

Great school options
Access to outdoor activities
Rich cultural scene
Active family-friendly events
Friendly community vibe
Diverse population
Vibrant nightlife
Progressive political climate
Low crime rates
Strong job market

Cons of Madison

Limited public transport
High cost of living
Risk of racism incidents
Smaller city nightlife
Limited shopping options
Fewer high-end restaurants
Increased housing prices
Seasonal job fluctuations
Traffic congestion issues
Cold winters

Pros of San marcos

Plenty of outdoor activities
Access to local wineries
Strong local economy
Family-friendly atmosphere
Vibrant nightlife options
Good schools available
Proximity to beaches
Great weather year-round
Diverse community events
Active arts scene

Cons of San marcos

Limited public transport
High cost of living
Limited nightlife diversity
Higher crime rates reported
Can be tourist-crowded
Political tensions exist
Income inequality noticeable
Some areas less friendly
School funding disparities
Traffic congestion issues