Compare: Thousand oaks, CA and Kearny, NJ

Thousand oaks CA

125.3

Cost of Living

above US average

124,265

Population

11.93

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$125,399

Median Income

above US average

$984,500

Median House Price

above US average

$3200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Kearny NJ

115.2

Cost of Living

above US average

39,862

Population

22.93

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$81,307

Median Income

above US average

$570,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2300

Average Rent

above US average

11%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Thousand oaks

Variety of dining options
Great schools available
Low crime rate
Diverse community events
Strong job market
Good healthcare facilities
Family-friendly parks
Active outdoor lifestyle
Mild weather year-round
Proximity to LA

Cons of Thousand oaks

Limited nightlife options
Some neighborhoods feel isolating
Not very walkable in areas
Fewer public transportation options
Higher taxes than nearby areas
High cost of living
Political divide among residents
Occasional drought concerns
Traffic congestion during rush hour
Limited kids' activities in winter

Pros of Kearny

Friendly locals generally
Parks and recreational spaces
Diverse community presence
Public transport available
Variety of kids activities
Low cost of living here
Access to NYC nearby
Growing job market options
Vibrant nightlife scene
Good schools in the area

Cons of Kearny

Traffic congestion issues
Political tensions observed
Some areas feel unsafe
Racism issues reported
Limited nightlife variety
Aging infrastructure concerns
High taxes can be burdening
Schools overcrowded often
Limited dining options
Higher crime rates reported