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Cedar Falls, IA vs Altoona, IA

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Are people in Altoona older or younger than people in Cedar Falls?
- The Median Age in Altoona is 8.2 years older than in Cedar Falls.

Are housing costs cheaper in Altoona or Cedar Falls?
- Altoona housing costs are 22.5% more expensive than Cedar Falls housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Altoona or Cedar Falls?
- The average commute for residents of Altoona is 7.5 minutes longer than it is for residents of Cedar Falls.

Things to do in Cedar Falls?
Cedar Falls Iowa is found in Black Hawk county offering tourists leisure areas such as George Wyth State park while also having employment opportunities at University of Northern Iowa along with entertainment opportunities at University Book & Supply Inc

Things to do in Altoona?
Altoona, IA is an inviting town northeast of Des Moines full of amazing places to explore like Adventureland Park presenting its distinctive landscape or Ewing Park hosting outdoor activities; their annual event Altoona Days brings people together with food and games every August.

 Cedar Falls, IAAltoona, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock19,345329,725,481
 Median Income$66,838  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$226,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time13.7  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Cedar Falls    7 Reviews

Over 8 years ago

I lived in Cedar Falls while attending the University of Northern Iowa. It's a great college town. Main street is nice and there are plenty of restaurants to choose  More

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Over 12 years ago

We've lived in Cedar Falls since moving here from the great chicago land area in 2006. The school system in Cedar Falls and in Iowa in general if VERY strong.   More

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When I was preparing to moved to Cedar Falls, IA I was repeatedly met with the remark "IOWA!, what's there? corn?" But apart from the bitter winters, tornadoes, and  More

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