Compare: Montrose, CO and Moorpark, CA

Montrose CO

100.5

Cost of Living

above US average

21,003

Population

34.95

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$60,132

Median Income

below US average

$433,600

Median House Price

above US average

$1500

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.2%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Moorpark CA

115.2

Cost of Living

above US average

35,514

Population

7.15

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$143,218

Median Income

above US average

$925,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2400

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.1%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Montrose

Good local restaurants
Growing job opportunities
Diverse wildlife
Family-friendly parks
Strong sense of community
Low crime rate
Friendly community vibe
Beautiful mountain views
Lots of outdoor activities
Access to skiing nearby

Cons of Montrose

Local economy is fragile
Higher cost of living
Traffic can be an issue
Winter weather can be harsh
Limited nightlife options
Fewer cultural activities
Minimal diversity in population
Far from major cities
Public transport is lacking
Limited healthcare facilities

Pros of Moorpark

Active local events scene
Friendly community
Moderate political views
Family-friendly activities
Low crime rate
Diverse community events
Nearby parks and trails
Strong job market
Access to outdoor activities
Good schools available

Cons of Moorpark

Commute challenges to L.A.
Socioeconomic inequality issues
Expensive housing costs
High cost of living
Limited nightlife options
Some traffic congestion
Limited public transport
Possible conservative bias
Lack of diversity in schools
Few cultural activities