Compare: Sugar land, TX and Santa monica, CA

Sugar land TX

105.6

Cost of Living

above US average

109,414

Population

16.84

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$132,247

Median Income

above US average

$500,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2100

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.0%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Santa monica CA

150.3

Cost of Living

above US average

89,947

Population

51.66

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$106,797

Median Income

above US average

$1,564,500

Median House Price

above US average

$3500

Average Rent

above US average

11%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.8%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Sugar land

Diverse dining options
Great schools available
Lots of parks and activities
Cultural diversity present
Family-friendly community
Community events often held
Vibrant nightlife scene
Strong job market growth
Well-kept neighborhoods
Low crime rate overall

Cons of Sugar land

Politics can be divided
Less nightlife for young adults
Low walkability in parts
Some areas have racism
High cost of living
Heat can be extreme
Shopping may be limited
Limited public transport
Sports teams not major league
Traffic can be congested

Pros of Santa monica

Diverse community and culture
Excellent public transportation
Family-friendly activities abound
Close to Los Angeles attractions
Great for outdoor activities
Mild climate year-round
High-quality schools available
Vibrant nightlife and dining
Strong job market in tech
Beautiful beaches and scenery

Cons of Santa monica

Wildfires and natural disasters
Gentrification concerns arise
Homelessness can be visible
Political divisions exist
Noise from tourists and events
High cost of living
Limited parking options
Limited affordable housing
Some areas have high crime rates
Traffic congestion issues