Compare: Tempe, AZ and Shrub oak, NY

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

Shrub oak NY

118.5

Cost of Living

above US average

3,002

Population

25.65

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$128,832

Median Income

above US average

$600,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2600

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.5%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Tempe

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

Cons of Tempe

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

Pros of Shrub oak

Cultural diversity present
Family-friendly events available
Access to outdoor activities
Low crime rates observed
Close to NYC for jobs
Good public school options
Friendly community atmosphere
Low-cost of living
Strong community involvement
Local parks for children

Cons of Shrub oak

Limited nightlife options
Few job opportunities locally
No major shopping centers nearby
High cost of living
Limited public transportation
Commute to NYC can be long
Higher taxes than average
Occasional racial tensions reported
Lack of diverse restaurants
Seasonal weather fluctuations