Compare: Middletown, CT and Prairie village, KS

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

Prairie village KS

105.3

Cost of Living

above US average

22,947

Population

14.69

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$99,691

Median Income

above US average

$485,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1500

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

2.5%

Unemployment Rate

below 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 Prairie village

Strong sense of community
Supportive local events
Low crime rate
Close to Kansas City nightlife
Family-friendly community
Good public transportation
Low unemployment rate
Good school system
Lots of parks and greenspaces
Diverse local restaurants

Cons of Prairie village

Limited nightlife options
Limited cultural activities
Political polarization observed
Higher taxes than nearby areas
Possible racial tension
Less job diversity
Few entertainment venues
Not very walkable
Limited shopping options
High cost of living