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Aberdeen, WA vs Helena, MT

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Are people in Helena older or younger than people in Aberdeen?
- The Median Age in Helena is 4.6 years older than in Aberdeen.

Are housing costs cheaper in Helena or Aberdeen?
- Helena housing costs are 74.0% more expensive than Aberdeen housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Helena or Aberdeen?
- The average commute for residents of Helena is 8.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Aberdeen.

Things to do in Aberdeen?
Home to Grays Harbor College and located just south of Seattle on Washington's beautiful Pacific Coast, Aberdeen is an idyllic coastal community known for its dynamic arts scene, nearby sandy beaches and charming downtown area full of interesting stores and restaurants.

Things to do in Helena?
Helena MT rests near Lewis and Clark National Forest which makes it an ideal spot for outdoor activities ranging from hiking trails to skiing during winter months plus museums showcasing local history!

 Aberdeen, WAHelena, MTUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,060329,725,481
 Median Income$43,836  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$252,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.92  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Aberdeen    5 Reviews

I used to live on an island in the Aleutian Chain and I got used to the fact that the ocean was immediately present, always. I didn't realize how much I loved being  More

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Over 13 years ago

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Over 16 years ago

OK. I just have to say, yes, it rains in the Winter quite a bit, and there are some wild wind/rain storms, but the Summers are MAGNIFICENT, gorgeous, SUNNY, COOL and  More

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Reviews for Helena    17 Reviews

I spent 6 months living on a ranch in the Helena valley. This was during the population boom Montana experienced after covid. Helena has some great mountain biking  More

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Over 3 years ago

We transplanted from Southern California 3 years ago and have never looked back! Living in the small unincorporated town of York Montana located in the Helena nation  More

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Over 5 years ago

I lived here for 16 years. It is a great place to grow  More

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