| | Alpena, MI | West Branch, IA | United States |
| Overall | 73.5 | 82.4 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 89.8 | 97.3 | 100 |
| Health | 90.9 | 102.9 | 100 |
| Housing | 37.8 | 74.0 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $142,600 | $254,000 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,520.0% | 10,270.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 71.1 | 76.4 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 81.6 | 97.8 | 100 |
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Reviews for Alpena 
5 Reviews
One of the ten best places to visit in Michigan.
I was born and raised in Michigan but now live in Seattle. I get back to Michigan frequently because my brother More
Alpena is 740 ft above sea leval and gets 72 in. of snow every year. That's a good thing and Alpena is a winter wonderland for me . Clean and crisp with the lake frozen More
Alpena is a town for all ages, with plenty to do, more than one person could attend. I think the events are varied and offer something for everyone. The town is More
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Reviews for West Branch 
1 Reviews
Located just off of Interstate 80, West Branch is home to several companies, including: US AutoForce, Altorfer, Inc. and Procter and Gamble. The city is currently More
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