Compare: Santa maria, CA and Waddell, AZ

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

Waddell AZ

98.5

Cost of Living

below US average

16,134

Population

7.44

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$92,000

Median Income

above US average

$467,493

Median House Price

above US average

$1600

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.0%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Santa maria

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

Cons of Santa maria

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

Pros of Waddell

Friendly community
Family-friendly neighborhoods
Diverse cultural events
Growing job market
Access to outdoor activities
Nearby shopping options
Quiet suburban lifestyle
Low cost of living
Good weather year-round
Close to Phoenix activities

Cons of Waddell

Limited nightlife options
Few public transportation options
Limited healthcare facilities
Some areas have racism issues
Long drives for work commuters
Rural amenities are scarce
High crime rate in areas
School quality varies greatly
Job market competitive
Dust storms can be frequent