Compare: Tavares, FL and Garland, TX

Tavares FL

110.5

Cost of Living

above US average

20,372

Population

5.15

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$54,271

Median Income

below US average

$344,245

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

10%

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.0%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Garland TX

105.2

Cost of Living

above US average

240,854

Population

28.11

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$71,044

Median Income

below US average

$310,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1600

Average Rent

above US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.0%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Tavares

Access to lakes and parks
Growing job market
Affordable housing options
Diverse community activities
Active local events calendar
Short drive to Orlando
Family-friendly community
Low crime rate reported
Nice weather year-round
Good schools in the area

Cons of Tavares

Limited dining variety available
Limited nightlife options
Occasional mosquito problems
Hot summers can be uncomfortable
Job market still developing
Some traffic issues
Public transport is lacking
Less diversity in some areas
Higher cost of living compared
Few cultural attractions near

Pros of Garland

Community events often
Growing job market
Plenty of shopping areas
Mild winters and warm summers
Diverse community
Family-friendly parks
Good schools available
Access to public transport
Affordable living costs
Close to Dallas nightlife

Cons of Garland

Weather can be very hot
Traffic congestion issues
Limited nightlife options
Some crime rates high
Political divide among residents
Occasional racism issues
Less cultural activities
Struggling economy in parts
Public transport can be slow
Schools need improvement