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Biloxi, MS vs Van Buren, AR

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Are people in Van Buren older or younger than people in Biloxi?
- The Median Age in Van Buren is 0.8 years younger than in Biloxi.

Are housing costs cheaper in Van Buren or Biloxi?
- Van Buren housing costs are 17.6% less expensive than Biloxi housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Van Buren or Biloxi?
- The average commute for residents of Van Buren is 0.3 minutes longer than it is for residents of Biloxi.

Things to do in Biloxi?
Biloxi, MS rests along the Mississippi Gulf Coast offering visitors stunning beaches and amazing opportunities for fishing and boating. The city also has a vibrant downtown area known as the Biloxi Boardwalk that features a variety of local shopping, dining, live music venues and other attractions such as Beauvoir--the Jefferson Davis Home & Presidential Library.

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.

 Biloxi, MSVan Buren, ARUnited States
 Population  Unlock23,213329,725,481
 Median Income$51,289  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock35.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$210,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.35  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Biloxi    7 Reviews

I have lived in Biloxi, for roughly 2 years. However I have been to Biloxi on and off for years. Living in Biloxi is nice. There is plenty to do, shows, restaurants,  More

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Over 14 years ago

My husband is in the military and we recently moved to Biloxi/Gulfport area from southern California. We've been here only a short time, but I can tell you this: in  More

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Over 14 years ago

The school system is ranked so low nationally. My experience with the Biloxi School District explains this. The school board answers to no one and have no desire to  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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