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Branson, MO vs Valparaiso, IN

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Are people in Valparaiso older or younger than people in Branson?
- The Median Age in Valparaiso is 3.1 years younger than in Branson.

Are housing costs cheaper in Valparaiso or Branson?
- Valparaiso housing costs are 20.0% more expensive than Branson housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Valparaiso or Branson?
- The average commute for residents of Valparaiso is 2.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Branson.

Things to do in Branson?
Branson, MO is located in Taney County and has a population of about 12,000 people. It’s one of the most popular tourist destinations in the US with attractions like Silver Dollar City theme park and numerous shows being performed nightly. Shopping, golfing and boating are also popular activities here.

Things to do in Valparaiso?
Valparaiso IN is situated in Porter County right along Lake Michigan and offers plenty of outdoor fun from beach-combing to sailing while still having convenient access to Purdue University’s campus nearby.

 Branson, MOValparaiso, INUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,820329,725,481
 Median Income$45,669  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$250,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.81  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Branson    15 Reviews

Where do I begin... First and foremost, everything here is expensive. The rent is high! and YOU pay for water and sewer costs, most residents live in old, substandard  More

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Over 4 years ago

It’s expensive living and everything is outdated from condos to apartments, and even housing. Traffic is also during tourist months. I don’t recommend living here.  More

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Branson is in a beautiful part of the extreme northern Ozarks- that's the good. Crime, even tho the local Govt tries to act like it doesn't exist, drugs, & Traffic are  More

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Reviews for Valparaiso    11 Reviews

Over 10 years ago

I moved to Valparaiso, IN about 1 year ago. I moved here because I was attending the law school located here. At a glance, it appears to be a small town, with many new  More

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Over 11 years ago

My favorite restaurants in Valparaiso are: Panera Bread--The lines sometimes get long, but, the service is decent and the food is great. Red Robin--Bottomless fries  More

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I loved driving anywhere, down any road because of the trees, fields and green, green grass that is all over. Cost of living is outrageous! But lil towns close by make  More

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