Compare: Pekin, IL and Pleasant hill, CA

Pekin IL

98.2

Cost of Living

below US average

31,260

Population

26.07

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$52,507

Median Income

below US average

$113,950

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

6.4%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pleasant hill CA

135.0

Cost of Living

above US average

33,913

Population

46.53

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$137,685

Median Income

above US average

$1,095,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2500

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.6%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Pekin

Access to parks and nature
Growing job market potential
Affordable housing options
Friendly community vibe
Good local restaurants
Nearby shopping centers
Diverse range of festivals
Family-friendly activities
Close-knit neighborhood feel
Low crime rates overall

Cons of Pekin

Fewer job opportunities
Political views can be polarized
Limited nightlife options
Weather extremes in winter
Lack of diversity in population
Transportation can be limited
Potential racism concerns
Issues with healthcare access
Schools need improvement
Some areas have high poverty

Pros of Pleasant hill

Low crime rates in the area
Plenty of kids' activities nearby
Diverse population present
Liberal political views dominate
Proximity to the Bay Area
Access to outdoor activities
Good nightlife options available
Friendly community vibe overall
High-ranking local schools
Strong job market opportunities

Cons of Pleasant hill

Homelessness issues in vicinity
Limited public transport options
Limited shopping choices available
Some racial tensions reported
Can be overcrowded on weekends
Traffic congestion during commute
Public services can lag behind
Not many affordable housing options
Seasonal weather fluctuations
High cost of living rates