Compare: Paterson, NJ and Crawley, WV

Paterson NJ

112.4

Cost of Living

above US average

156,661

Population

22.93

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$52,092

Median Income

below US average

$450,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2100

Average Rent

above US average

18%

Poverty Rate

above US average

8.8%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Crawley WV

95.2

Cost of Living

below US average

229

Population

43.67

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$45,000

Median Income

below US average

$212,163

Median House Price

above US average

$950

Average Rent

below US average

15%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.0%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Paterson

Strong sense of local identity
Access to major highways
Growing restaurant scene
Close to NYC for jobs
Cultural diversity in community
Community events are frequent
Family-oriented neighborhoods
Various nearby parks available
Affordable housing options
Rich history and culture

Cons of Paterson

Limited kids activities available
Diversity but racial tension exists
Limited job opportunities
Nightlife is not vibrant
High crime rates reported
Public transport needs improvement
Political views are polarized
Schools have low ratings
Poverty levels are high
Traffic congestion issues

Pros of Crawley

Low traffic congestion
Supporting local businesses
Friendly community
Close-knit neighborhoods
Growing local economy
Beautiful nature around
Access to local parks
Low cost of living
Access to outdoor activities
Family-friendly atmosphere

Cons of Crawley

Lack of cultural diversity
Weather can be harsh
Higher crime rates reported
Few job opportunities
Rural isolation
Schools need improvement
Limited nightlife options
Limited public transport
Economic challenges persist
Limited healthcare facilities