Compare: Palatine, IL and Goleta, CA

Palatine IL

102.4

Cost of Living

above US average

65,485

Population

8.93

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$93,383

Median Income

above US average

$387,250

Median House Price

above US average

$1754

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

5.1%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Goleta CA

127.6

Cost of Living

above US average

32,432

Population

16.93

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$113,889

Median Income

above US average

$1,532,997

Median House Price

above US average

$2796

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.2%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Palatine

Wide variety of restaurants
Community events year-round
Diverse community overall
Low crime rates overall
Parks and outdoor spaces
Family-friendly atmosphere
Decent nightlife options
Strong job market nearby
Access to public transport
Good schools in the area

Cons of Palatine

Higher property taxes
Racial tensions exist sometimes
Political views can be polarized
Economic disparities evident
Limited kids activities available
Less cultural activities
Cold winters can be tough
Limited nightlife activities
Traffic during rush hours
Some areas less diverse

Pros of Goleta

Beautiful coastal scenery
Strong job market in tech
Vibrant local art scene
Low crime rate reported
Great weather year-round
Close to UC Santa Barbara
Family-friendly activities abound
Welcoming, friendly locals
Active outdoor lifestyle options
Diverse community events

Cons of Goleta

High cost of living
Political divides among residents
Racism issues reported
Limited public transportation
Traffic congestion during peak times
Economic inequality observed
Wildfire risk in dry seasons
School funding disparities
Limited nightlife options
Expensive housing market