Compare: Prairie village, KS and Mount vernon, NY

Prairie village KS

105.3

Cost of Living

above US average

22,947

Population

14.69

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$99,691

Median Income

above US average

$485,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1500

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

2.5%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Mount vernon NY

115.3

Cost of Living

above US average

71,714

Population

20.22

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$75,511

Median Income

below US average

$615,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2800

Average Rent

above US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Prairie village

Good public transportation
Diverse local restaurants
Good school system
Low unemployment rate
Family-friendly community
Close to Kansas City nightlife
Supportive local events
Strong sense of community
Low crime rate
Lots of parks and greenspaces

Cons of Prairie village

Few entertainment venues
Higher taxes than nearby areas
Limited shopping options
Less job diversity
High cost of living
Political polarization observed
Limited nightlife options
Not very walkable
Possible racial tension
Limited cultural activities

Pros of Mount vernon

Good access to public transport
Nearby parks and recreation areas
Quality schools in the area
Proximity to New York City
Growing job market opportunities
Friendly local community
Active nightlife options available
Rich cultural diversity
Local restaurants and cafes
Variety of kids activities nearby

Cons of Mount vernon

Cost of living is high
Schools need more funding
Political views can be divisive
Racism can be a concern
Higher crime rates reported
Nightlife can be noisy
Some areas show economic decline
Limited parking options downtown
Public services sometimes lacking
Traffic congestion issues