Compare: Palm bay, FL and Lawrence, NY

Palm bay FL

102.5

Cost of Living

above US average

129,234

Population

16.23

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$62,538

Median Income

below US average

$269,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

10%

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.0%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Lawrence NY

117.5

Cost of Living

above US average

6,745

Population

2.22

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$169,029

Median Income

above US average

$308,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2700

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

5.0%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Palm bay

Diverse food options
Access to beautiful beaches
Access to parks and nature
Family-friendly environment
Community events and festivals
Low cost of living
Good local schools
Growing job opportunities
Mild weather year-round
Friendly neighborhoods

Cons of Palm bay

Limited nightlife options
Less cultural diversity
Traffic congestion issues
Schools vary in quality
Seasonal tourist influx
Healthcare facilities limited
High humidity in summer
Public transport is lacking
High crime rates in areas
Some areas have economic decline

Pros of Lawrence

Strong local schools
Close to NYC for work
Good public transportation
Family-friendly neighborhoods
Low crime rates reported
Diverse community events
Thriving local businesses
Safe for children to play
Accessible cultural events
Pleasant parks and activities

Cons of Lawrence

Political divisions present
Job market downturns noted
Traffic congestion issues
Limited nightlife options
Few recreational facilities
High cost of living
Limited kids activities available
Some schools underfunded
Rent prices are skyrocketing
Occasional racism complaints