Compare: Sterling, IL and Huntington park, CA

Sterling IL

98.5

Cost of Living

below US average

14,566

Population

19.02

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$49,007

Median Income

below US average

$115,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Huntington park CA

95.7

Cost of Living

below US average

52,633

Population

39.18

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$54,073

Median Income

below US average

$670,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

15%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.7%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Sterling

Nearby parks and recreation
Local festivals and events
Growing job market potential
Low crime rate overall
Access to river and nature
Quality local restaurants
Friendly community vibe
Affordable housing available
Diverse local businesses
Family-oriented activities

Cons of Sterling

Public transport is sparse
Extreme weather impacts lifestyle
Fewer kids activities
Limited nightlife options
Economic growth is slow
Retail options are minimal
Some areas show racism
Schools need more funding
Political views can be polarized
Limited cultural diversity

Pros of Huntington park

Active local organizations
Good local restaurants
Cultural festivals often
Rich cultural history
Public parks for families
Affordable housing options
Close to downtown LA
Diverse community vibes
Access to public transport
Strong community events

Cons of Huntington park

Limited kid activities
Rising cost of living
Limited nightlife options
Traffic congestion issues
Schools need improvement
Higher crime rates reported
Racial tensions occasionally
Political views vary widely
Job market is competitive
Some areas feel unsafe