Compare: South holland, IL and Newton, MA

South holland IL

105.2

Cost of Living

above US average

20,685

Population

24.12

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$79,567

Median Income

below US average

$227,500

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

10%

Poverty Rate

below US average

5.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Newton MA

115.3

Cost of Living

above US average

87,381

Population

7.14

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$176,373

Median Income

above US average

$1,361,500

Median House Price

above US average

$2800

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.5%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of South holland

Close-knit community vibes
Access to public transportation
Low crime rates overall
Affordable housing options
Good schools in the area
Various children's activities
Nice parks for outdoor activities
Family-friendly environment
Proximity to Chicago's amenities
Diverse local restaurants

Cons of South holland

Limited nightlife options
Less diversity in certain pockets
Fewer activities for teens
Public transport can be slow
Occasional issues with racism
Political views can be divided
Struggling job market currently
Some areas have high crime
Economic challenges in retail
Under-funded local schools

Pros of Newton

Strong local job market
Various kids activities
Close to Boston amenities
Family friendly atmosphere
Low crime rate
Lots of parks and recreation
Great local schools
Active nightlife scene
Supportive political environment
Diverse community events

Cons of Newton

Less diversity in some areas
Few late-night options
Possible racial tension
Higher taxes than nearby towns
Overcrowded schools
Traffic congestion at peak times
Limited affordable housing
Limited public transport options
High cost of living
Seasonal weather extremes