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Brighton, CO vs Pella, IA

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Are people in Pella older or younger than people in Brighton?
- The Median Age in Pella is 2.0 years older than in Brighton.

Are housing costs cheaper in Pella or Brighton?
- Pella housing costs are 44.6% less expensive than Brighton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Pella or Brighton?
- The average commute for residents of Pella is 18.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Brighton.

Things to do in Brighton?
Brighton, Colorado is situated in Adams county providing visitors leisure areas such as Barr Lake State Park while also having employment opportunities at Platte Valley Medical Center plus entertainment opportunities at Tascosa Drive-In Theater.

Things to do in Pella?
Pella is a city located in Marion County, Iowa and home to just over 11,000 people. It was founded by Dutch immigrants in 1847 and has become known as the “Windmill City” due to its connection to the wind energy industry, with one of the first modern-style wind turbines being installed here in 1978. Pella is also home to Central College which was founded in 1853. The city features a historic downtown district and a number of cultural attractions such as Vermeer Windmill, Tulip Time Festival, National Sprint Car Hall of Fame and Museum, and the Scholte House Museum.

 Brighton, COPella, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock10,414329,725,481
 Median Income$79,280  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$497,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time29.58  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Brighton    2 Reviews

I bought a house in Adams County Colorado found out that the same family had built my house and the house next door and shared the driveway the realestat agents told me  More

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Over 15 years ago

My name is Sandra I use to live in Eagle Pass until I got married and move to Colorado.I go and visit my parents once or twice a year they live in Chula Vista  More

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Reviews for Pella    1 Reviews

Smal conservative town. Strong Dutch heritage. Very clean nice community. Great for families and retirees from the midwest. Terrible weather, and limited  More

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