Compare: Mcallen, TX and Harrisonburg, VA

Mcallen TX

90.2

Cost of Living

below US average

144,579

Population

21.61

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$56,326

Median Income

below US average

$247,750

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

15%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.0%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Harrisonburg VA

103.2

Cost of Living

above US average

51,158

Population

20.68

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$56,050

Median Income

below US average

$355,200

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

18%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Mcallen

Warm weather year-round
Vibrant local festivals
Rich cultural diversity
Various outdoor activities
Low cost of living
Good schools available
Friendly local residents
Affordable housing options
Strong job market growth
Family-friendly community

Cons of Mcallen

Political polarization exists
School quality varies greatly
Poverty affecting some areas
Higher crime rates reported
Extreme summer heat
Occasional flooding concerns
Limited shopping options
Less public transportation
Limited nightlife options
Traffic congestion issues

Pros of Harrisonburg

Good local schools
Access to outdoor activities
Growing job market
Rich cultural diversity
Family-friendly activities
Strong sense of community
Vibrant local arts scene
Low crime rate
Friendly residents
Affordable living costs

Cons of Harrisonburg

Rural areas can feel isolated
Some schools are underfunded
Seasonal tourism impacts
Some areas lack diversity
Job market can be competitive
Public transport is limited
Political tensions present
Weather can be unpredictable
Limited nightlife options
Less urban amenities