Moving to
West Hollywood.

$2,091/mo median rent

Rent is expensive here, at $2,091 a month median and well above the national average. This is the kind of city where housing costs deserve serious budgeting before committing to a move. Home prices are steep, with a median around $924,800. Renting first to get a feel for the city before buying is often the more practical route.

6.7% unemployment

Unemployment here is 6.7%, well above the national average of 4.3%. Moving with a job already lined up matters more here.

772 violent crimes per 100k

Crime is a real factor here, with violent rates significantly above the national average. That doesn't make the whole city a write-off, but it does mean specific neighborhoods deserve real research before signing a lease.

27 min average commute

Commutes run about average, at 27.1 minutes. Fine day to day, but it adds up over a year, and where someone lives relative to where they work starts to matter. 6 in 10 workers drive to work; 31% work from home.

1 hospital

There's one Medicare-certified hospital inside city limits, rated 5.0 out of 5 by Medicare. Hospitals in neighboring towns aren't counted here.

64% bachelor's degree or higher

This is a highly educated city, with over half the adult population holding a college degree. That tends to shape the job market and the broader culture, and it's a solid indicator of a strong professional scene.

2 public schools inside the boundary

There are 2 public schools inside the boundary and 3 private schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 23:1, above the national average of 16:1.

The nearest national park or historic site is Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area (23 miles away). There are 4 national parks and sites within a day's drive.