Compare: Mount vernon, NY and Alpharetta, GA

Mount vernon NY

115.3

Cost of Living

above US average

71,714

Population

20.22

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$75,511

Median Income

below US average

$615,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2800

Average Rent

above US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Alpharetta GA

110.5

Cost of Living

above US average

67,267

Population

15.62

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$141,402

Median Income

above US average

$732,500

Median House Price

above US average

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Poverty Rate

below US average

3.2%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Mount vernon

Quality schools in the area
Growing job market opportunities
Local restaurants and cafes
Good access to public transport
Variety of kids activities nearby
Friendly local community
Active nightlife options available
Rich cultural diversity
Proximity to New York City
Nearby parks and recreation areas

Cons of Mount vernon

Nightlife can be noisy
Cost of living is high
Traffic congestion issues
Limited parking options downtown
Racism can be a concern
Schools need more funding
Political views can be divisive
Some areas show economic decline
Public services sometimes lacking
Higher crime rates reported

Pros of Alpharetta

Good public transport
Vibrant shopping areas
Great schools
Low crime rate
Family-friendly environment
Strong job market
Community events weekly
Diverse community
Active nightlife scene
Many parks and activities

Cons of Alpharetta

Traffic congestion issues
High cost of living
Not walkable in areas
Few affordable housing options
Limited public transit
Occasional political tensions
High property taxes
Limited cultural diversity
Weather can be extreme
Some racism reported