Compare: Raleigh, NC and Dublin, CA

Raleigh NC

102.5

Cost of Living

above US average

476,587

Population

28.0

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$78,631

Median Income

below US average

$347,500

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

10%

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.8%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Dublin CA

152.3

Cost of Living

above US average

72,060

Population

19.0

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$191,039

Median Income

above US average

$1,450,000

Median House Price

above US average

$3200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.3%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Raleigh

Great weather most of year
Family-friendly neighborhoods
Low crime rates in suburbs
Strong job market opportunities
Quality schools and education
Vibrant nightlife scene
Active community events hosted
Rich in cultural diversity
Brewery and dining options abound
Many outdoor activities available

Cons of Raleigh

Hot summers can be uncomfortable
Lack of winter activities
Public parks can get crowded
Occasional racial tensions arise
High cost of living rising
Limited public transportation access
Traffic congestion during rush
Increasing housing market pressure
Political divide among residents
Some areas with higher crime rates

Pros of Dublin

Good public transportation options
Diverse community and culture
Low crime rates overall
Family-friendly environment
Job market is on the rise
Reasonable cost of living
Pleasant weather throughout year
Active local events and festivals
Plenty of parks and outdoors
Great schools and education

Cons of Dublin

Higher housing costs than peers
Some areas feel too suburban
Occasional droughts impact outdoors
Political views skew liberal
Can be too quiet for some
Limited nightlife options
Limited diversity in some areas
Distance from major cities
Few attractions for teenagers
Traffic can be congested