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Bella Vista, AR vs Jefferson City, MO

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Are people in Jefferson City older or younger than people in Bella Vista?
- The Median Age in Jefferson City is 13.1 years younger than in Bella Vista.

Are housing costs cheaper in Jefferson City or Bella Vista?
- Jefferson City housing costs are 30.8% less expensive than Bella Vista housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Jefferson City or Bella Vista?
- The average commute for residents of Jefferson City is 11.5 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Bella Vista.

Things to do in Bella Vista?
Bella Vista is an Ozark mountain town located near Bentonville in northwestern Arkansas near the Oklahoma border. With numerous natural wonders including forest trails and riverside areas, Bella Vista also offers plenty of outdoor activities such as biking, golfing or boating on Beaver Lake. There are also quaint shops and restaurants to explore throughout the city.

Things to do in Jefferson City?
Jefferson City, Missouri is located in Cole county providing citizens outdoor activities around Runge Conservation Nature Center and stores like Teller’s Gallery & Framing Shop.

 Bella Vista, ARJefferson City, MOUnited States
 Population  Unlock43,076329,725,481
 Median Income$74,972  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$308,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time27.14  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Bella Vista    18 Reviews

Fantastic area with tons of outdoor activities and private amenities: 7 lakes, 3 pools, miles of hiking and biking trails, golf courses, pickle ball, tennis, frisbee  More

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Just moved to Arkanss earlier this year from Washington state. We are originally from the lower part of the U.S. and have lived in a few states over the last 12 years.  More

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Over 5 years ago

Bella Vista is a lovely place, with a low cost of living (but increasing all the time) and extremely low crime rate. The town has Five decent golf courses, good for a  More

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Reviews for Jefferson City    7 Reviews

Over 9 years ago

Oh Jeff City is nice to look at, but absolutely nothing to do unless you're a drunk. Nightlife consists of a few dive bars and Walmart. If you want culture, see a real  More

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Over 11 years ago

I have lived here for 28 years and its the dullest place to live. Nothing exciting happens and there is nothing to do.. The only activities are Go to a movie, a bar, or  More

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Jefferson City is a nice community. Although crime is everywhere, it has picked up bc of some drugs that have moved in the area. Our police have been working diligently  More

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