Compare: West valley city, UT and Denver, CO

West valley city UT

112.3

Cost of Living

above US average

136,650

Population

33.44

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$81,719

Median Income

above US average

$465,250

Median House Price

above US average

$1500

Average Rent

above US average

11%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.8%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Denver CO

110.3

Cost of Living

above US average

713,252

Population

8.36

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$85,853

Median Income

above US average

$607,500

Median House Price

above US average

$2400

Average Rent

above US average

14%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of West valley city

Growing job market
Less traffic than nearby cities
Various outdoor activities
Affordability of housing
Family-friendly neighborhoods
Good public schools
Strong sense of community
Close to Salt Lake City
Community events and activities
Diverse cultural events

Cons of West valley city

Air quality can be poor
Higher crime rates reported
Schools are inconsistent
Public transport is lacking
Weather can be extreme
Some areas have poverty issues
Limited kids activities
Racial diversity concerns
Limited nightlife options
Political views are divided

Pros of Denver

Growing tech industry
Great outdoor activities
Strong community engagement
Many parks and open spaces
Vibrant nightlife scene
Healthy lifestyle options
Strong job market opportunities
Family-friendly attractions
Good public transport availability
Diverse cultural events

Cons of Denver

Elevation sickness potential
Cold winters with snow
High housing costs
Political divisiveness reported
Air quality concerns
Homelessness visible downtown
High cost of living overall
Increasing crime rates
Traffic congestion issues
Limited public school options