Compare: Middletown, CT and Alhambra, CA

Middletown CT

115.2

Cost of Living

above US average

48,729

Population

13.36

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$75,120

Median Income

below US average

$336,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

2.9%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Alhambra CA

112.0

Cost of Living

above US average

80,259

Population

23.9

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$80,234

Median Income

below US average

$1,050,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.9%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Middletown

Good local schools
Historic downtown area
Friendly residents
Low crime rate
Close to nature reserves
Access to Hartford job market
Nice parks and trails
Family-friendly activities
Community events year-round
Diverse dining options

Cons of Middletown

Cold winters
Less cultural diversity
Limited nightlife options
High property taxes
Aging infrastructure
Political divide in views
Limited youth programs
Public transport issues
Some areas feel isolated
Few job opportunities locally

Pros of Alhambra

Active nightlife on weekends
Low overall crime rates
Family-friendly parks available
Access to public transportation
Good schools in the area
Variety of dining options
Diverse community and culture
Community events happening often
Strong job market in nearby cities
Proximity to LA activities

Cons of Alhambra

Job competition can be tough
Limited kids activities available
Cultural clashes sometimes arise
Some neighborhoods less safe
Perceived political divides
High cost of living
Traffic congestion issues
Air quality concerns persist
Limited parking availability
Occasional noise from nightlife