Compare: Monterey park, CA and East lansing, MI

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

East lansing MI

90.0

Cost of Living

below US average

47,340

Population

20.15

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$44,094

Median Income

below US average

$312,550

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

19%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.7%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Monterey park

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

Cons of Monterey park

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

Pros of East lansing

Strong job market with MSU
Diverse community and events
Community-oriented events
Active nightlife for students
Friendly college town vibe
Great public schools available
Affordable cost of living
Plenty of parks and activities
Cultural activities nearby
Low crime rate generally

Cons of East lansing

Traffic congestion during school
Harsh winters with snow
Less variety in restaurants
Limited public transportation options
Occasional political tensions
Racism reported by some residents
Perception of elitism at times
Limited nightlife for families
Not as much for older adults
Some areas have high rent