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American Fork, UT vs Fairmont, WV

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Are people in Fairmont older or younger than people in American Fork?
- The Median Age in Fairmont is 6.3 years older than in American Fork.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fairmont or American Fork?
- Fairmont housing costs are 72.0% less expensive than American Fork housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fairmont or American Fork?
- The average commute for residents of Fairmont is 0.7 minutes shorter than it is for residents of American Fork.

Things to do in American Fork?
American Fork UT lies south Salt Lake City and has tons offer regarding recreational activities with easy access canyon trails, ski resorts during winter season and water parks during summertime!

Things to do in Fairmont?
Fairmont is a city located in Marion County, West Virginia with an estimated population of 19,000 people as of 2020. The city has a rich history having played an important role during the Civil War era when it was moved to different locations several times due to Union force advances. Today the city serves as a gateway to the Appalachians with numerous outdoor recreation opportunities available just minutes away from downtown Fairmont.

 American Fork, UTFairmont, WVUnited States
 Population  Unlock18,369329,725,481
 Median Income$82,772  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$521,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.5  Unlock26.38
Reviews for American Fork    4 Reviews

Corrupt and communist. They have the most corrupt police. They want to dictate every little thing you do, on your own property. I wish that the constitution meant  More

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Over 13 years ago

The schools here are awful. The school curriculum I endured was years behind anywhere else I've lived (Milwaukee, WI; Colorado Springs, CO; Denver, CO). The teachers  More

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Over 18 years ago

it's hot in summer and cold in winter great during spring and  More

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Reviews for Fairmont    2 Reviews

I find Fairmont to be a pretty good town to raise kids. You get to be a "big fish in a little pond" here. Everyone knows you and looks after you if you want to let them.  More

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Over 14 years ago

This is not so much a comment about where I live, but more of me ,looking for some helpful suggestions. I live in West Virgina, been here all my life. And now I'm  More

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