Compare: Sterling, IL and Huntington park, CA

Sterling IL

102.4

Cost of Living

above US average

14,566

Population

19.02

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$49,007

Median Income

below US average

$115,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1707

Average Rent

above US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Huntington park CA

127.6

Cost of Living

above US average

52,633

Population

39.18

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$54,073

Median Income

below US average

$670,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1602

Average Rent

above US average

15%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.7%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Sterling

Access to river and nature
Nearby parks and recreation
Growing job market potential
Local festivals and events
Affordable housing available
Family-oriented activities
Low crime rate overall
Friendly community vibe
Diverse local businesses
Quality local restaurants

Cons of Sterling

Economic growth is slow
Extreme weather impacts lifestyle
Schools need more funding
Limited cultural diversity
Political views can be polarized
Retail options are minimal
Fewer kids activities
Limited nightlife options
Some areas show racism
Public transport is sparse

Pros of Huntington park

Close to downtown LA
Strong community events
Cultural festivals often
Rich cultural history
Access to public transport
Active local organizations
Public parks for families
Affordable housing options
Good local restaurants
Diverse community vibes

Cons of Huntington park

Some areas feel unsafe
Schools need improvement
Political views vary widely
Job market is competitive
Limited kid activities
Racial tensions occasionally
Traffic congestion issues
Limited nightlife options
Higher crime rates reported
Rising cost of living