Compare: Rockingham, NC and Paterson, NJ

Rockingham NC

90.0

Cost of Living

below US average

91,957

Population

2.28

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$50,737

Median Income

below US average

$165,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Paterson NJ

112.4

Cost of Living

above US average

156,661

Population

22.93

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$52,092

Median Income

below US average

$450,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2100

Average Rent

above US average

18%

Poverty Rate

above US average

8.8%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Rockingham

Growing job market
Outdoor activities available
Diverse recreational activities
Low cost of living
Quiet neighborhoods
Access to parks and lakes
Friendly community
Family-friendly environment
Rich local history
Nearby shopping options

Cons of Rockingham

Limited public transport
Higher crime rates reported
Less diversity observed
Job opportunities are limited
Schools need improvements
Fewer cultural activities
Weather can be extreme
Economic struggles evident
Political divide noted
Limited nightlife options

Pros of Paterson

Growing restaurant scene
Close to NYC for jobs
Cultural diversity in community
Strong sense of local identity
Community events are frequent
Various nearby parks available
Rich history and culture
Affordable housing options
Access to major highways
Family-oriented neighborhoods

Cons of Paterson

Diversity but racial tension exists
Schools have low ratings
Public transport needs improvement
Poverty levels are high
High crime rates reported
Limited kids activities available
Political views are polarized
Limited job opportunities
Traffic congestion issues
Nightlife is not vibrant