Compare: Tempe, AZ and Moscow, ID

Tempe AZ

110.2

Cost of Living

above US average

185,950

Population

44.79

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$72,022

Median Income

below US average

$449,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.3%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Moscow ID

92.5

Cost of Living

below US average

26,249

Population

13.79

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$53,679

Median Income

below US average

$459,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

15%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Tempe

Strong job market in tech
Active outdoor lifestyle options
Friendly and welcoming locals
Access to ASU campus activities
Great weather year-round
Diverse food options available
Public transportation available
Family-friendly parks nearby
Community events throughout year
Vibrant nightlife scene

Cons of Tempe

Limited kids activities available
Seasonal flooding concerns
Public school funding issues
Political polarization in community
High summer temperatures
Limited affordable housing
Lack of cultural diversity events
Traffic congestion during rush hour
Increasing cost of living
Crime rates above national average

Pros of Moscow

Diverse social events
Strong college town feel
Good local schools
Access to outdoor activities
Growing job market
Friendly community vibe
Rich cultural scene
Low crime rate overall
Family-friendly parks
Supportive locals

Cons of Moscow

Limited nightlife options
Higher cost of living
Occasional racism issues
Limited kids activities
Political divides visible
Limited public transport
Higher poverty rates
Harsh winters
Small-town isolation feel
Few major employers