Compare: Rockdale, TX and Lexington, KY

Rockdale TX

95.3

Cost of Living

below US average

5,529

Population

26.95

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$39,911

Median Income

below US average

$230,208

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.2%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Lexington KY

95.5

Cost of Living

below US average

320,347

Population

9.36

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$66,087

Median Income

below US average

$265,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

11%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Rockdale

Easy access to Austin
Friendly community
Diverse local events
Family-friendly activities
Historic downtown area
Low crime rate
Affordable cost of living
Strong local schools
Growing job market
Close to nature trails

Cons of Rockdale

Political divisions present
Limited healthcare facilities
Lack of public transport
Few job opportunities
Social activities are sparse
Limited nightlife options
Rural area, less amenities
Not very diverse population
Higher property taxes
Extreme weather conditions

Pros of Lexington

Rich in horse culture
Multiple parks and trails
Friendly community
Vibrant arts scene
Family-friendly activities
Good schools overall
Diverse community events
Great local food scene
Growing job market
Low cost of living

Cons of Lexington

Jobs can be low-paying
Limited cultural diversity
Less public transportation
Some areas have racism
Limited nightlife options
Public schools vary widely
Economic disparities present
Hot summers, cold winters
High property crime rate
Traffic congestion issues