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Ankeny, IA vs Yuma, AZ

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Highlights
- Yuma has 90.3% less rainy days than Ankeny.
- Yuma has 51.0% more Sunny Days than Ankeny.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Yuma scores 5.8% better than Ankeny
 Ankeny, IAYuma, AZUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock438
 Snowfall34  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock15106
 Sunny204  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock10886
 Avg. Jan. Low12  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.37
 UV Index4  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock1412443
Reviews for Ankeny    3 Reviews

Over 18 years ago

I moved to Ankeny from Southern CA in June, 2005. My immediate and lasting impression is the incredible home values here, the relatively low population density, and the  More

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Over 18 years ago

Ankeny is a great community to raise a family or to be single. The shools are wonderful and so many activities for kids and families. The weather when it is good, it  More

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Over 19 years ago

We don't call it "Ankenytopia" for nothing! This is the best town in Iowa! The schools are top-notch, the town is growing and getting more attractions. We are missing  More

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Reviews for Yuma    48 Reviews

Retired here and it is a great place in many ways. The biggest drawback I have found is the cost and lack of medical care. Its not that far to PHX to get the care you  More

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Over 8 years ago

First let me confess that I lived in Yuma for about a year several decades ago. I was raised in NY and have lived & worked in several states & cities, most recently in  More

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Over 8 years ago

I am moving to Yuma sometime this year for a new job. I am looking for a place to live that is safe for 1 person. Does anyone have some  More

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