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Big Spring, TX vs Grants Pass, OR

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Are people in Grants Pass older or younger than people in Big Spring?
- The Median Age in Grants Pass is 3.8 years older than in Big Spring.

Are housing costs cheaper in Grants Pass or Big Spring?
- Grants Pass housing costs are 206.3% more expensive than Big Spring housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Grants Pass or Big Spring?
- The average commute for residents of Grants Pass is 2.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Big Spring.

Things to do in Big Spring?
Big Spring is a city located in Howard County Texas As of 2018 its population was 27 267 making it one of the largest cities in the county It is home to several lakes and parks such as Comanche Trail Park which offers visitors swimming boating hiking biking and more In addition to activities offered outdoors Big Spring has a vibrant arts scene with multiple galleries theatres restaurants etc

Things to do in Grants Pass?
Grants Pass, Oregon is situated in Josephine county providing visitors leisure areas such as Hellgate Jetboat Excusions while also having employment opportunities at Three Rivers Community Hospital plus entertainment opportunities at Grants Pass Cinema 7.

 Big Spring, TXGrants Pass, ORUnited States
 Population  Unlock38,902329,725,481
 Median Income$58,966  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock4038.4
 Avg. Home Price$122,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time18.1  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Big Spring    4 Reviews

I lived in Big Spring for a few years.i loved it.Being from the East it was an adventure. Cactus,roadrunners,rodeos,rattlesnake roundup.cattle,possum kingdom lake.I  More

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Over 8 years ago

We picked Big Spring over Midland because of the rolling hills and nature. True there isn't a lot to do here except hike or run the mountain. There is a small movie  More

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Over 16 years ago

One of the worse places to live in the United States. Ranks in the top 17 Texas cities with the highest property taxes. Ranks at the extreme low end of education  More

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Reviews for Grants Pass    27 Reviews

Just like any place, Grants Pass, Oregon has it's share of pros and cons. Pros:-Perfect location. The coast, the Redwoods, Crater Lake, the Oregon Caves, etc. are all  More

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I moved here bacause my wife wanted to be closer to my retired mother. Were it not for that GP would be in the rear view mirror. Grant Pass may be great if you are  More

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Beautiful town close to beaches, rivers, boat festival, trees, crystal clear water, parks, schools and teachers are the best! A great town to raise a family. Nice  More

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