Compare: Olcott, NY and Ferndale, WA

Olcott NY

105.3

Cost of Living

above US average

1,041

Population

14.41

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$70,606

Median Income

below US average

$93,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1500

Average Rent

above US average

10%

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Ferndale WA

105.3

Cost of Living

above US average

15,840

Population

29.67

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$82,466

Median Income

above US average

$616,500

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Olcott

Diverse community gatherings
Engaged local events
Small town charm
Low crime rate
Family-friendly activities
Access to nature trails
Friendly community
Peaceful living environment
Beautiful lake views
Good local restaurants

Cons of Olcott

Schools need improvement
Limited nightlife options
High taxes for the area
Few job opportunities
Some social economic issues
Limited public transport
Potential for racism issues
Limited shopping options
Isolated from larger cities
Seasonal weather extremes

Pros of Ferndale

Welcoming to LGBTQ+ residents
Great local parks
Good schools in area
Close to nature trails
Strong job market stability
Diverse social scene
Friendly community spirit
Active nightlife options
Family-friendly activities
Low crime rates

Cons of Ferndale

Less cultural diversity
Occasional racial tensions
Limited nightlife variety
Higher taxes than nearby cities
Weather can be gloomy
Limited public transport access
Not many job openings
Fewer recreational facilities
High cost of living
Traffic congestion issues