Compare: Starkville, MS and Bowie, MD

Starkville MS

95.4

Cost of Living

below US average

24,168

Population

27.1

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$36,076

Median Income

below US average

$220,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

27%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.5%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Bowie MD

115.0

Cost of Living

above US average

57,192

Population

13.1

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$138,797

Median Income

above US average

$480,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

2.8%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Starkville

Increasing job opportunities
Access to parks and recreation
Various outdoor activities
Strong community feel
Good school options available
Cultural events and festivals
Friendly locals and support
Home to Mississippi State University
Unique local dining options
Affordable cost of living

Cons of Starkville

Higher crime than average
Lack of professional sports teams
Less diversity in population
Humidity and heat in summer
Some schools underfunded
Job market can be competitive
Political divides evident
Public transportation issues
Limited nightlife options
Limited shopping outlets

Pros of Bowie

Local shops and restaurants thriving
Low crime rate in certain areas
Access to public transport options
Strong job market nearby
Great school options available
Community events throughout year
Family-friendly activities abound
Diverse community interactions
Multiple parks and green spaces
Proximity to D.C. nightlife

Cons of Bowie

Limited nightlife compared to D.C.
Not a lot of cultural attractions
Some areas experience petty crime
Racial tensions reported occasionally
Schools sometimes overcrowded
Economic inequality exists in areas
Higher cost of living overall
Political divisions noted in town
Few options for late-night dining
Traffic congestion during commutes