Performance
Score Breakdown
Villa Unión
Moscow
Livability
Affordability
Business
Growth
Expenses
Cost of Living
Villa Unión is the more affordable option overall — monthly living expenses run approximately
100% lower compared to Moscow.
Housing costs are a major driver: Villa Unión's average rent is
100% lower than Moscow's.
| Metric | Villa Unión | Moscow | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $0 | $1,338 | -100% |
| Groceries | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Utilities | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Transport | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Healthcare | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Monthly Total | $0 | $1,338 | -100% |
| Cost Index | 111 | out of 100 |
Income
Salary & Income
Moscow offers 92% lower average salaries.
| Metric | Villa Unión | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Average Salary | $6,120 | $76,000 |
| Salary Needed | $0 | $84,360 |
Weather
Climate Comparison
Both cities share a similar average temperature, within 0°F of each other.
| Metric | Villa Unión | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Temp | °F | °F |
| Summer High | °F | °F |
| Winter Low | °F | °F |
| Rainfall | in | in |
| Snowfall | in | in |
| Sunny Days | ||
| Humidity | % | % |
Mobility
Commute & Transport
Moscow has the shorter commute — saving residents roughly
10,500 minutes (175 hours) per year compared to Villa Unión.
Moscow scores higher for public transit, making it the better choice for car-free living.
For walkability, Moscow leads — a better score here means more amenities reachable on foot.
| Metric | Villa Unión | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Commute Time | 35 min | 14 min |
| Transit Score | 0.0/10 | 45.0/10 |
| Walkability | 0.0/10 | 48.0/10 |
| Traffic Index | 40.00 | |
| Car Dependency | Medium | Medium |
Population
Economy & Demographics
Moscow is the larger city
— approximately 0.2x the population of Villa Unión.
From a growth perspective, Moscow is expanding faster, signaling stronger demand for housing, jobs, and services.
On the employment side, Villa Unión has a lower unemployment rate, reflecting a tighter and more competitive job market.
| Metric | Villa Unión | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,188 | 26,286 |
| Pop. Growth | % | 0.80% |
| Median Age | 30.0 | 25.7 |
| Unemployment | 2.67% | 3.00% |
| GDP | $0.0B | $0.0B |
At a Glance
Pros & Cons
Villa Unión
Advantages
Proximity to Mazatlán International Airport (MZT), located less than 10 km away, facilitating travel.
Located on Federal Highway 15, providing good road connectivity.
Recognized for its popular seafood restaurants, contributing to its culinary appeal.
Ongoing initiative to establish Villa Unión as its own municipality, indicating potential for future development and recognition.
The inauguration of a community shelter at the local IMSS hospital in June 2024 aims to improve healthcare accessibility for patients and their families.
Drawbacks
Sinaloa state has a high homicide rate and is subject to a Level 4 'Do Not Travel' advisory from the U.S. Department of State due to widespread criminal activity and violence.
An armed incursion at the Villa Unión rural hospital in September 2024 highlights potential security concerns.
Population has decreased by 1.61% between 2010 and 2020.
Specific data on public transit and walkability scores for Villa Unión is not readily available.
Limited detailed information available on the local job market, average salaries, and specific industries beyond fishing.
Moscow
Advantages
High walkability score of 48, making many errands accessible on foot.
Short average commute time of 14.3 minutes, significantly below the national average.
Strong presence of the University of Idaho contributes to a vibrant cultural scene and job market.
Crime rates have seen a significant decrease, with violent crime rates well below the national average.
Rental prices are relatively affordable compared to national averages, despite a higher cost of living than the Idaho average.
Drawbacks
Median household income ($57,022) is below the national average.
Cost of living is 11% higher than the national average.
Limited public transit options contribute to a medium car dependency.
Job growth rate of 0.167% is modest.
Median age of 25.7 is significantly younger than the national average, which may not appeal to all demographics.
Explore
Dive Deeper
Key figures side by side — see which city wins each category at a glance.
Villa Unión
#14Sinaloa, Mexico
55.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$0
Avg Salary
$6,120
Cost Index
Commute
35 min
Transit Score
0.0/10
Walkability
0.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
%
Unemployment
2.67%
Livability
60
Business
50
Moscow
#16Idaho, USA
75.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,338
Avg Salary
$76,000
Cost Index
111
Commute
14 min
Transit Score
45.0/10
Walkability
48.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
0.80%
Unemployment
3.00%
Livability
87
Business
65
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