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Chalco, NE vs Santa Barbara, CA

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Are people in Santa Barbara older or younger than people in Chalco?
- The Median Age in Santa Barbara is 5.3 years older than in Chalco.

Are housing costs cheaper in Santa Barbara or Chalco?
- Santa Barbara housing costs are 734.5% more expensive than Chalco housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Santa Barbara or Chalco?
- The average commute for residents of Santa Barbara is 5.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Chalco.

Things to do in Chalco?
Chalco Nebraska lies on the eastern edge of Sarpy county sitting on bluffs overlooking the Missouri River Situated along I-80 this bustling suburb boasts quick access to Omaha thirty minutes away while still maintaining its rural roots boasting farmland vistas that haven't changed much since being settled by European immigrants during World War II

Things to do in Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara, California has something for everyone - from fantastic beaches to world-class shopping and dining experiences. Visitors can explore Old Mission Santa Barbara or take part in various water activities around Stearns Wharf.

 Chalco, NESanta Barbara, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock89,132329,725,481
 Median Income$84,043  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$182,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time22.37  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Santa Barbara    51 Reviews

I moved to Santa Barbara around 23 years ago to study at Brooks, which like most of the Santa Barbara that I knew—has been destroyed. Homelessness, drugs, gangs, high  More

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I fell in love with Santa Barbara about thirty years ago and finally moved here a few years ago. Because of the price of homes, it is an expensive place to live. The  More

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If you like high crime, paying a $4,500 a month mortgage and crazy high taxes, this is the place for you. It’s too bad because it wasn’t always like this. When I moved  More

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