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Avondale, AZ vs Mesquite, NV

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Highlights
Are people in Mesquite older or younger than people in Avondale?
- The Median Age in Mesquite is 28.5 years older than in Avondale.

Are housing costs cheaper in Mesquite or Avondale?
- Mesquite housing costs are 6.5% less expensive than Avondale housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Mesquite or Avondale?
- The average commute for residents of Mesquite is 14.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Avondale.

Things to do in Avondale?
Avondale, Arizona sits on the outskirts of Phoenix offering many outdoor recreational venues such as Estrella Mountain Park or Wildlife World Zoo.

Things to do in Mesquite?
Mesquite, NV is a pleasant city east of Las Vegas featuring several spectacular spots such as Wolf Creek Golf Club perfect for exploring or Bowler Wildhorse Motorsports Park ideal for recreational activities; locals gather yearly at the remarkable Cowboy Poets Gathering celebrating local culture with music and art.

 Avondale, AZMesquite, NVUnited States
 Population  Unlock20,019329,725,481
 Median Income$69,241  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock59.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$372,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time28.06  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Avondale    3 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

My children have attended Canyon Breeze for the last couple of years. In that time a new principal has taken over. Bullying, swearing, and children running around  More

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Over 18 years ago

I am a young married woman with a family. I love Avondale for so many reasons. There is everything I need nearby and I rarely have to venture out of my area. Shopping,  More

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Over 18 years ago

The valley is in serious need of mass transit. Currently a light rail is being built, but it is slated to only connect Phoenix to Tempe. Eventually it will connect more  More

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Reviews for Mesquite    13 Reviews

Here's my take on Mesquite. I have a home in Orange County, CA and since 2005, a 2nd (vacation) home in St. George. We have spent much time in Mesquite. My daughter  More

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The rudest, most vile people I have ever met. We were considering retiring here but no way!! Bad drivers, no affordable housing, poor medical care (we would have to  More

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My husband and I visited Mesquite around Christmas as it had been suggested to us as a place to retire, but the impression we had was that retirees are a very large part  More

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