Compare: Mission viejo, CA and Provo, UT

Mission viejo CA

135.2

Cost of Living

above US average

91,776

Population

10.2

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$136,570

Median Income

above US average

$1,263,004

Median House Price

above US average

$2800

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.0%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Provo UT

102.4

Cost of Living

above US average

113,523

Population

15.55

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$57,943

Median Income

below US average

$443,990

Median House Price

above US average

$1400

Average Rent

below US average

11%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.0%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Mission viejo

Good weather year-round
Diverse community events
Close to beaches
Plenty of parks and trails
Great schools nearby
Family-friendly atmosphere
Well-maintained neighborhoods
Strong job market overall
Active nightlife options
Low crime rates

Cons of Mission viejo

Politics lean conservative
Limited nightlife variety
Few job opportunities in tech
Less kids activities in winter
Limited public transport
Fewer affordable housing options
Limited cultural diversity
High cost of living
Traffic congestion issues
Hot summers can be intense

Pros of Provo

Lots of family activities
High-quality schools
Strong job market
Beautiful mountain views
Welcoming to newcomers
Active nightlife scene
Diverse cultural events
Friendly community vibe
Great for outdoor activities
Low crime rates

Cons of Provo

Cold winters
Limited nightlife options
Traffic can be an issue
Limited healthcare facilities
Low racial diversity
Fewer job opportunities in tech
Somewhat conservative politics
Limited public transport options
High cost of living
Lack of large retail shops