Compare: Palatine, IL and Holly springs, NC

Palatine IL

115.3

Cost of Living

above US average

65,485

Population

8.93

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$93,383

Median Income

above US average

$387,250

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

5.1%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Holly springs NC

104.2

Cost of Living

above US average

45,945

Population

10.58

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$127,755

Median Income

above US average

$650,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1500

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.4%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Palatine

Access to public transport
Wide variety of restaurants
Strong job market nearby
Parks and outdoor spaces
Decent nightlife options
Community events year-round
Low crime rates overall
Good schools in the area
Diverse community overall
Family-friendly atmosphere

Cons of Palatine

Cold winters can be tough
Limited kids activities available
Less cultural activities
Racial tensions exist sometimes
Political views can be polarized
Some areas less diverse
Traffic during rush hours
Limited nightlife activities
Higher property taxes
Economic disparities evident

Pros of Holly springs

Family-friendly
Good local restaurants
Strong sense of community
Low crime rate
Diverse community events
Affordable housing options
Active nightlife scene
Growing job market
High-quality schools
Access to outdoor activities

Cons of Holly springs

Some areas lack parks
Slow internet speed
Fewer cultural events
Lack of diverse nightlife
High cost of living
Limited public transport
Traffic congestion during rush hour
Mild political divide
Rapid development can frustrate
Limited job opportunities