Compare: Redding, CA and Carrboro, NC

Redding CA

110.2

Cost of Living

above US average

92,906

Population

43.72

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$67,323

Median Income

below US average

$390,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.0%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Carrboro NC

105.5

Cost of Living

above US average

21,298

Population

19.95

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$76,933

Median Income

below US average

$520,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.5%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Redding

Good local schools available
Strong sense of community
Access to national parks
Growing job market
Affordable housing options
Diverse recreational options
Friendly community vibe
Great outdoor activities
Vibrant arts and culture scene
Mild climate year-round

Cons of Redding

Limited nightlife options
Economic instability concerns
Less diversity in the area
Political divides noticeable
Summer heat can be extreme
Schools underfunded at times
Isolation from major cities
Fewer kids activities offered
Poor public transportation
High crime rates reported

Pros of Carrboro

Great local food scene
Rich in arts and culture
Numerous parks and trails
Active farmers' market
Vibrant coffee shop culture
Strong focus on sustainability
Accessible public transport
Diverse population
Close to Chapel Hill campus
Friendly community vibes

Cons of Carrboro

Limited kid's activities
Limited nightlife options
Traffic can be a hassle
Schools vary in quality
Occasional socioeconomic divides
High cost of living
Property taxes increasing
Crime rates above average
Sometimes feels overcrowded
Difficult job market