Compare: Port arthur, TX and Santa clara, CA

Port arthur TX

90.5

Cost of Living

below US average

55,579

Population

25.64

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$45,357

Median Income

below US average

$129,950

Median House Price

above US average

$1500

Average Rent

above US average

23%

Poverty Rate

above US average

11.0%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Santa clara CA

160.3

Cost of Living

above US average

126,930

Population

39.23

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$165,352

Median Income

above US average

$1,575,000

Median House Price

above US average

$3200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.9%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Port arthur

Family-friendly activities
Accessible parks and recreation
Rich history and heritage
Access to Gulf Coast beaches
Diverse cultural influences
Supportive local businesses
Growing job opportunities
Strong local events and festivals
Affordable housing options
Close-knit community feel

Cons of Port arthur

Racial tensions in some areas
Job market competitiveness low
Limited nightlife options
Few upscale dining choices
Economic challenges persist
Public schools underfunded
Limited youth activities available
Weather can be extreme
Lack of public transportation
High crime rates reported

Pros of Santa clara

Family-friendly activities
Moderate climate
Vibrant nightlife
Strong tech job market
Near Silicon Valley
Lots of parks
Public transportation access
Good schools
Rich cultural events
Diverse community

Cons of Santa clara

Limited affordable housing
Long commute times
Traffic congestion
Some crime issues
Can be politically polarized
Gentrification concerns
Less outdoor space
Housing shortages
Not much local history
High cost of living