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Barstow, CA vs El Centro, CA

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Are people in El Centro older or younger than people in Barstow?
- The Median Age in El Centro is 0.5 years older than in Barstow.

Are housing costs cheaper in El Centro or Barstow?
- El Centro housing costs are 24.3% more expensive than Barstow housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, El Centro or Barstow?
- The average commute for residents of El Centro is 3.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Barstow.

Things to do in Barstow?
Barstow is an incorporated city sitting within San Bernardino County, California featuring plenty of attractions such as exploring its multiple trails ideal for biking or jogging plus nearby Fort Irwin National Training Center provides amazing views close by. Additionally there are numerous locally owned stores and eateries providing unique items or delicious cuisine great for any budget during their stay here!

Things to do in El Centro?
El Centro, California is a city located in Imperial County that has become known for its nearby attractions like the Imperial Valley Mall and El Centro Recreation Center.

 Barstow, CAEl Centro, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,322329,725,481
 Median Income$48,219  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock31.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$247,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock14.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time22.17  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Barstow    14 Reviews
Mike · 
At least it's not as bad as South Lake Tahoe
Over 6 years ago

The positive of Barstow- yes there is something positive that can be said about Barstow. At least it's not as bad as South Lake Tahoe. The only reason it gets 2 stars  More

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Mike · Brookings, OR
Ashtray
Over 7 years ago

Just a place to travel thru. Cheap alternative to LA suburbs, about 70 miles or Palm Springs. It is in high Mojave desert, hot in the summer, 100-110, can get down  More

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used · National City, CA
Burned out of home, disabled family used by FBI, C
Over 9 years ago

Be careful is all I can say. I moved there with the focus to buy a home the investor Cliff Unegbu AKA Clifford Unegbu will rip off as many people as he can and use  More

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Reviews for El Centro    1 Reviews
LaShan · Ashford, AL
Rental Cars and transportation
Over 17 years ago

How simple or hard is it to get  More

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