Compare: Santa monica, CA and Longmont, CO

Santa monica CA

150.3

Cost of Living

above US average

89,947

Population

51.66

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$106,797

Median Income

above US average

$1,564,500

Median House Price

above US average

$3500

Average Rent

above US average

11%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.8%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Longmont CO

115.8

Cost of Living

above US average

98,687

Population

30.53

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$89,720

Median Income

above US average

$515,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.9%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Santa monica

Family-friendly activities abound
Strong job market in tech
Vibrant nightlife and dining
Close to Los Angeles attractions
Diverse community and culture
Mild climate year-round
High-quality schools available
Beautiful beaches and scenery
Excellent public transportation
Great for outdoor activities

Cons of Santa monica

Wildfires and natural disasters
Homelessness can be visible
Limited parking options
Noise from tourists and events
Gentrification concerns arise
Political divisions exist
Some areas have high crime rates
High cost of living
Traffic congestion issues
Limited affordable housing

Pros of Longmont

Low crime rate overall
Close to Boulder
Access to outdoor activities
Strong job market in tech
Growing arts scene
Vibrant downtown area
Family-friendly community
Good public schools
Active community events
Diverse dining options

Cons of Longmont

Some traffic congestion
Limited nightlife options
Less cultural diversity
Housing market competitive
Can be politically divided
Limited public transport
Some social economic divides
High cost of living
Occasional racism issues
Extreme weather conditions