Compare: Santa barbara, CA and Cape coral, FL

Santa barbara CA

130.5

Cost of Living

above US average

87,533

Population

28.94

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$98,346

Median Income

above US average

$1,762,500

Median House Price

above US average

$3500

Average Rent

above US average

14%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.4%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Cape coral FL

105.3

Cost of Living

above US average

216,992

Population

10.99

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$72,474

Median Income

below US average

$389,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

10%

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.6%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Santa barbara

Beautiful beaches and weather
Active nightlife for young adults
Friendly community vibe
Great outdoor activities
Quality schools and education
Near wine country and mountains
Diverse dining options
Vibrant arts and culture scene
Low crime compared to cities
Strong tourism industry

Cons of Santa barbara

Wildfire risks in summer
Can feel touristy at times
Limited job opportunities
Traffic congestion issues
Water shortage problems
Political divide among residents
High cost of living
High homelessness rates
Less diversity in some areas
Limited public transport options

Pros of Cape coral

Plenty of outdoor activities
Access to beautiful beaches
Growing job market opportunities
Strong community sense
Family-friendly community
Vibrant nightlife scene
Diverse dining options
Low crime rate in some areas
Many parks and recreation areas
Great weather year-round

Cons of Cape coral

Limited public transportation
Traffic congestion during peak
Flooding risk in certain zones
Some areas less welcoming
Higher cost of living
Potential for hurricanes
Seasonal tourist crowds
Limited cultural activities
High humidity in summer
Schools vary in quality