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Alpena, MI vs Huron, SD

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Are people in Huron older or younger than people in Alpena?
- The Median Age in Huron is 10.2 years younger than in Alpena.

Are housing costs cheaper in Huron or Alpena?
- Huron housing costs are 12.1% less expensive than Alpena housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Huron or Alpena?
- The average commute for residents of Huron is 1.5 minutes longer than it is for residents of Alpena.

Things to do in Alpena?
Alpena stands out as Michigan's only natural deep water harbor conveniently situated near Lake Huron's Thunder Bay . With over 10000 inhabiting citizens this area provides tremendous recreational variety from boating expeditions to world class scuba diving dives & almost infinite outdoors fishing very popular among vacationers coming from all over United States .

Things to do in Huron?
Huron, SD is an incorporated city located in Beadle County with a population of almost 13000 people. Huron offers its visitors access to the Dakota State Fairgrounds and the adjacent Wylie Park where numerous recreational activities are available throughout summer months such as fishing on its lake or horseback riding down its trails. Huron is also home to several unique attractions such as the National Working Cowboy Museum , offering insight into rural life during early 1900s while allowing children to experience hands-on activities in their Kids Corral area.

 Alpena, MIHuron, SDUnited States
 Population  Unlock14,060329,725,481
 Median Income$40,202  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock33.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$142,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time11.92  Unlock26.38
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

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Over 12 years ago

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

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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 Huron    2 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

Good  More

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Over 19 years ago

i've lived here my whole life and the crime rate is much lower than they said..in the newspaper are listings of police calls and sometimes there are thefts but i've  More

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