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Cedar City, UT vs Boulder, UT

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Are people in Boulder older or younger than people in Cedar City?
- The Median Age in Boulder is 17.4 years older than in Cedar City.

Are housing costs cheaper in Boulder or Cedar City?
- Boulder housing costs are 48.7% less expensive than Cedar City housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Boulder or Cedar City?
- The average commute for residents of Boulder is 0.4 minutes longer than it is for residents of Cedar City.

Things to do in Cedar City?
Cedar City UT is nestled amongst lush forests surrounded by magnificent red rocks providing a wide range of outdoor activities like horseback riding trails or river kayaking right off downtown’s Main Street.

Things to do in Boulder?
Living in Boulder, UT is a truly unique experience. The small city of about 2700 residents is nestled in the rugged canyons of southern Utah and is a great place for anyone looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of life in a bigger city. The area is rich with natural beauty – from red rock deserts to towering sandstone cliffs. There's plenty of outdoor activities to be had, from hiking and canyoning to camping and biking. Plus, there’s no shortage of local events such as farmers markets, art festivals, music festivals and much more that make Boulder a great place to live!

 Cedar City, UTBoulder, UTUnited States
 Population  Unlock387329,725,481
 Median Income$55,022  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$390,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock9.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time13.57  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Cedar City    15 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

Cedar City Is A Great Place to Get A Famliy Started And Crime is Bit Low as Of 2018 It has The Strongest Low Unemlopyment  More

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Hi -- Just FYI, the annual snowfall amount indicated by Sperling's Best Places for Cedar City is not accurate. Sperling states that this location receives 110" of snow  More

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Over 8 years ago

My wife and I retired in Cedar City a few years ago. First, I must say that Cedar has a wonderful location. There are beautiful views of the mountains, and it's a  More

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