Compare: South salt lake, UT and Federal way, WA

South salt lake UT

115.3

Cost of Living

above US average

26,003

Population

84.49

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$57,125

Median Income

below US average

$465,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1700

Average Rent

above US average

10%

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.4%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Federal way WA

110.3

Cost of Living

above US average

97,863

Population

57.56

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$80,360

Median Income

below US average

$657,500

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

5.7%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of South salt lake

Public transit availability
Good local restaurants
Growing job opportunities
Family-friendly parks
Close to Salt Lake City
Strong sense of community
Affordable housing options
Diverse community events
Active nightlife scene
Access to outdoor activities

Cons of South salt lake

Limited cultural diversity
Higher crime rates reported
Economic disparity issues
Schools need improvement
Some areas feel run-down
Perception of racism exists
Limited nightlife variety
Fewer activities for kids
Public services can be lacking
Traffic congestion issues

Pros of Federal way

Family-friendly environment.
Diverse community overall.
Good schools in the area.
Public transportation availability.
Proximity to Seattle nightlife.
Lower crime rates than nearby cities.
Various job opportunities available.
Affordable housing options.
Active local events and festivals.
Access to beautiful parks.

Cons of Federal way

Limited nightlife options overall.
Issues with homelessness nearby.
Traffic congestion during rush hours.
Higher cost of living compared to state.
Some schools are underfunded.
Occasional racially motivated dialogues.
Public transit can be unreliable.
Limited activities for teens.
Weather can be quite rainy.
Some parts have high crime rates.