Compare: Southaven, MS and Fultondale, AL

Southaven MS

90.0

Cost of Living

below US average

56,360

Population

34.78

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$72,513

Median Income

below US average

$235,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.2%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Fultondale AL

95.5

Cost of Living

below US average

9,677

Population

42.58

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$72,741

Median Income

below US average

$237,500

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.5%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Southaven

Strong sense of community
Safety measures in place
Low cost of living
Affordable housing options
Diverse dining options
Family-friendly activities
Growing job market
Good local schools
Close to Memphis nightlife
Parks and recreation available

Cons of Southaven

Limited shopping options
Schools need improvement
Traffic congestion issues
Limited public transportation
Job market lacks variety
Fewer cultural activities
Local politics can be divisive
Racial tensions noted
Weather can be extreme
Higher crime rates reported

Pros of Fultondale

Community events are common
Rich local history
Growing job market
Family-friendly environment
Welcoming neighbors
Strong school system
Parks for kids activities
Low cost of living
Quiet suburban life
Close to Birmingham amenities

Cons of Fultondale

Limited nightlife options
Few diverse dining options
Minor racial issues noted
Economic growth slow
Political tension present
Rural areas may feel isolated
Public transport is lacking
Some schools underfunded
Limited shopping facilities
Higher crime rates reported