Compare: San marcos, CA and Lakewood, WA

San marcos CA

138.4

Cost of Living

above US average

94,854

Population

12.13

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$99,413

Median Income

above US average

$930,000

Median House Price

above US average

$3200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.7%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Lakewood WA

110.5

Cost of Living

above US average

62,572

Population

60.91

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$65,531

Median Income

below US average

$492,500

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

5.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of San marcos

Plenty of outdoor activities
Vibrant nightlife options
Active arts scene
Access to local wineries
Good schools available
Diverse community events
Great weather year-round
Proximity to beaches
Strong local economy
Family-friendly atmosphere

Cons of San marcos

Limited nightlife diversity
Political tensions exist
Higher crime rates reported
School funding disparities
High cost of living
Limited public transport
Income inequality noticeable
Some areas less friendly
Can be tourist-crowded
Traffic congestion issues

Pros of Lakewood

Good public transportation
Great parks and outdoor spaces
Various kids activities available
Diverse community
Active community events
Rich in local wildlife
Friendly neighborhoods
Close to Seattle amenities
Strong job market in tech
Family-friendly atmosphere

Cons of Lakewood

Disparities in wealth present
Higher crime rates reported
Can be rainy and gloomy
Traffic congestion during peak
High cost of living
Limited nightlife options
Growing homelessness issues
Public schools vary in quality
Limited healthcare facilities
Potential racial tensions noted