Compare: Sugar land, TX and Kirkland, WA

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

Kirkland WA

134.2

Cost of Living

above US average

92,151

Population

24.6

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$135,608

Median Income

above US average

$1,699,425

Median House Price

above US average

$3200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.4%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Sugar land

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

Cons of Sugar land

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

Pros of Kirkland

Diverse dining options present
Friendly community vibes felt
Great Lake Washington views
Low crime rates reported
Numerous outdoor activities
Excellent public schools rated
Active nightlife scene here
Strong local economy thrives
Strong tech job market offered
Family-friendly parks available

Cons of Kirkland

Few activities for teens noted
Political divide can be stark
Racism issues discussed sometimes
Wet weather may deter outdoor fun
Traffic congestion is common
High cost of living noted
Homelessness seen in areas
Not all public transport reliable
Schools face budget constraints
Limited affordable housing found