Compare: Monterey park, CA and Abilene, TX

Monterey park CA

135.4

Cost of Living

above US average

58,554

Population

25.29

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$76,892

Median Income

below US average

$877,500

Median House Price

above US average

$2800

Average Rent

above US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.0%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Abilene TX

90.0

Cost of Living

below US average

127,385

Population

24.22

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$59,254

Median Income

below US average

$240,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.0%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Monterey park

Strong sense of community
Access to quality healthcare
Good local parks and rec
Close to Los Angeles attractions
Variety of restaurants available
Cultural diversity and events
Relatively low crime rate
Public transportation options
Family-friendly community
Mild weather year-round

Cons of Monterey park

Limited nightlife options
Political tensions in region
Limited job opportunities
Diverse opinions can clash
Some areas lacking schools
Housing market challenges
High cost of living
Traffic congestion issues
Few kids activities available
Occasional crime spikes

Pros of Abilene

Low crime rates reported
Good schools overall
Rich historical culture
Active local events scene
Mild climate year-round
Diverse community activities
Affordable cost of living
Friendly community atmosphere
Family-friendly activities available
Growing job opportunities

Cons of Abilene

Limited nightlife options
Extreme weather conditions
Political views can be extreme
Some schools underperform
Higher poverty rates in areas
Few entertainment venues
Public transport is lacking
Job market can be competitive
Rural setting can feel isolating
Limited diversity in population