Compare: Smithtown, NY and Laguna hills, CA

Smithtown NY

115.0

Cost of Living

above US average

116,384

Population

1.03

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$120,000

Median Income

above US average

$701,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2400

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.1%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Laguna hills CA

175.2

Cost of Living

above US average

30,568

Population

14.36

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$122,902

Median Income

above US average

$1,411,896

Median House Price

above US average

$3800

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.9%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Smithtown

Good school districts
Parks and nature trails
Close to beaches
Family-friendly atmosphere
Active nightlife options
Strong job market
Access to local restaurants
Low crime rate
Diverse community events
Community sports leagues

Cons of Smithtown

Some racial tensions reported
High property taxes
Limited public transportation
Politics can be polarizing
Fewer nightlife spots
High cost of living
Limited diversity in some areas
Fewer kids activities in winter
Rural areas can be isolating
Long commute times

Pros of Laguna hills

Great weather year-round
Vibrant local nightlife options
Family-friendly community
Welcoming and friendly locals
Strong local job market
Low crime rates reported
Good schools available
Plenty of kids activities
Diverse community presence
Close to beaches and parks

Cons of Laguna hills

Limited public transportation
Traffic congestion issues
Occasional housing market issues
Noise from nearby highways
High cost of living
Socioeconomic disparities present
Potential for wildfires
Limited nightlife variety
Political divide among residents
Some areas have rental scams