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Coos Bay, OR vs McKinleyville, CA

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Are people in McKinleyville older or younger than people in Coos Bay?
- The Median Age in McKinleyville is 4.1 years younger than in Coos Bay.

Are housing costs cheaper in McKinleyville or Coos Bay?
- McKinleyville housing costs are 51.0% more expensive than Coos Bay housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, McKinleyville or Coos Bay?
- The average commute for residents of McKinleyville is 2.4 minutes longer than it is for residents of Coos Bay.

Things to do in Coos Bay?
Coos Bay is a port city situated near Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area perfect for enjoying its stunning sandy beaches full of wildlife while providing access to different water sports from crabbing to kayaking among other popular activities such as exploring the historic buildings at Coos Historical & Maritime Museum and trying local cuisines in some of its unique restaurants.

Things to do in McKinleyville?
Situated on California’s beautiful north coast between Eureka and Arcata, McKinleyville is an ideal place to live for those who want to escape urban life but still have access to all the amenities a major city like Eureka has to offer. It has plenty of restaurants, parks and recreation areas, plus top-notch schools nearby.

 Coos Bay, ORMcKinleyville, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock16,457329,725,481
 Median Income$48,233  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$305,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time15.44  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Coos Bay    11 Reviews

Over 6 years ago

Residents since 1990. Pros: The weather is exceptionally mild. We find it a very inexpensive, convenient, and laid back place to live. North Bend has an airport (OTH)  More

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My son is thinking about moving to coos bay, I have read some comments, doesn't sound so good. He has a family and he thinks he can get a good job. He lives in colorado.  More

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Over 11 years ago

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Reviews for Mckinleyville    1 Reviews

McKinleyville, CA, just north of the college town of Arcata is more of a bedroom community than real town. It is right on the Pacific Ocean, is quiet, and safe. Its  More

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