Compare: Santa maria, CA and Colorado springs, CO

Santa maria CA

115.7

Cost of Living

above US average

110,125

Population

22.27

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$81,237

Median Income

above US average

$600,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2300

Average Rent

above US average

15%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.0%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Colorado springs CO

105.2

Cost of Living

above US average

486,248

Population

42.18

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$79,026

Median Income

below US average

$451,466

Median House Price

above US average

$1700

Average Rent

above US average

11%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.0%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Santa maria

Good local restaurants
Growing job market
Access to outdoor recreation
Rich agricultural community
Family-friendly activities
Diverse cultural events
Close to beautiful beaches
Friendly and welcoming locals
Mild climate year-round
Affordable housing options

Cons of Santa maria

Some areas have poverty
Limited job opportunities
Occasional racial tensions
Mediocre healthcare facilities
Limited nightlife options
Lack of public transportation
Underfunded public schools
Traffic congestion issues
Seasonal job fluctuations
Higher crime rate in areas

Pros of Colorado springs

Diverse community events
Low unemployment rate
Outdoor recreational options
Strong local economy
Moderate cost of living
Family-friendly activities
Growing tech industry
Active nightlife scene
Good schools available
Beautiful mountain views

Cons of Colorado springs

Conservative political views
Expensive housing market
Not very walkable city
Racial tensions exist
High altitude living adjustments
Limited public transport
Limited cultural events
Extreme weather changes
Traffic congestion issues
Higher crime rate in areas