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Bartlesville, OK vs Van Buren, AR

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Are people in Van Buren older or younger than people in Bartlesville?
- The Median Age in Van Buren is 2.4 years younger than in Bartlesville.

Are housing costs cheaper in Van Buren or Bartlesville?
- Van Buren housing costs are 14.4% more expensive than Bartlesville housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Van Buren or Bartlesville?
- The average commute for residents of Van Buren is 4.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Bartlesville.

Things to do in Bartlesville?
Bartlesville, Oklahoma is located in Washington County providing its citizens great recreational activities such as Johnstone Park plus stores like Washington Park Mall and dining spots near Legends Bar & Grill.

Things to do in Van Buren?
Van Buren is a town in Crawford County, Arkansas with a population of about 25,000 people. Located just east of Fort Smith, this historic town was once the second largest in the state and provided trade and transportation services to travelers along the Arkansas River. Van Buren offers numerous attractions such as Park Hill Park, Lake Fort Smith State Park and the Van Buren Historic District. It also boasts top-notch eateries like Emma Jean’s BBQ, shopping options at downtown stores and galleries, entertainment venues like King Opera House Theatre and more. From outdoor activities to historical tours and cultural experiences, there’s something for everyone in Van Buren.

 Bartlesville, OKVan Buren, ARUnited States
 Population  Unlock23,213329,725,481
 Median Income$54,768  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock35.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$151,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time15.41  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Bartlesville    8 Reviews

We moved here in August 2020. We were renting a 2100 sf home in bay area Ca for 2600 when the rent was going to market rate of 5,000. We ended up buying a home here  More

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Over 13 years ago

When we moved here from the Minneapolis area, we looked forward to warmer weather and a lower cost of living. Yes, we got warmer weather (110 degrees plus for much of  More

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I grew up in Bartlesville until I graduated in 1974. I had an outstanding, high-quality driven education. In fact, Bartlesville ranks #1 as the best school system in  More

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Reviews for Van Buren    2 Reviews

We moved to Arkansas (and to Van Buren) 4 years ago from the metro Houston, Texas area. We were sick of the traffic and crime that comes with living in a large city.   More

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Over 18 years ago

I don't like Arkansas. It's pretty, but the pay sucks. Taxes are very high, and so are  More

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