Compare: Tempe, AZ and Suffolk, VA

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

$1633

Average Rent

above US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.3%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Suffolk VA

106

Cost of Living

above US average

98,537

Population

4.63

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$87,758

Median Income

above US average

$487,500

Median House Price

above US average

$1935

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.2%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Tempe

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

Cons of Tempe

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

Pros of Suffolk

Family-friendly activities
Access to parks
Growing job market
Friendly residents
Proximity to beaches
Good schools in area
Diverse community
Rich history and culture
Community events throughout year
Low cost of living

Cons of Suffolk

Less cultural amenities
Few major shopping centers
Public transport is lacking
Higher property taxes compared to NC
Political divide in opinions
Some crime rates concern locals
Weather can be extreme
Limited nightlife options
Traffic congestion during rush hours
Certain areas not as diverse