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Copperas Cove, TX vs Salem, OR

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Are people in Salem older or younger than people in Copperas Cove?
- The Median Age in Salem is 3.6 years older than in Copperas Cove.

Are housing costs cheaper in Salem or Copperas Cove?
- Salem housing costs are 90.5% more expensive than Copperas Cove housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Salem or Copperas Cove?
- The average commute for residents of Salem is 3.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Copperas Cove.

Things to do in Copperas Cove?
Copperas Cove TX can be found in Central Texas full of outdoor activities like BMX trails & nature preserves right in town making it easy to enjoy some sun & fresh air all while having access to modern amenities such as shopping centers & theatres.

Things to do in Salem?
Salem, Oregon is a vibrant city located in the Willamette Valley. With its close proximity to both the ocean and the mountains, Salem offers something for everyone. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy sailing, kayaking, fishing and hiking in nearby parks and forests. The city is also home to a variety of museums and historical sites from the state's rich past, as well as an array of shopping centers, entertainment venues and nightlife hotspots. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or relocating for the long term, Salem has something for everyone.

 Copperas Cove, TXSalem, ORUnited States
 Population  Unlock174,193329,725,481
 Median Income$59,441  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock35.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$209,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time24.87  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Copperas Cove    5 Reviews

Copperas Cove is probably one of the nicer towns relative to the rest of the area. There are two things that people should be aware of when they live there 1. If you  More

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Over 14 years ago

For some reason there are loud neighbors  More

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Over 16 years ago

If you are not white, Christian, southern, retired government, ex-military or retired military then you will have a problem. That is even if you have a job. The police  More

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Reviews for Salem    37 Reviews

After reading the reviews here, I had to come write my own. The problem I had with most of the reviews is that most were very opinion-based and seemed to assume everyone  More

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Moved here approx. 4 years ago from SW Michigan, but I've lived in 9 other cities & 5 other states. Salem is a very manageable sized city, with tons of parks, diverse  More

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Over 6 years ago

I'm a native 5th generation Oregonian, so bear in mind that I was born with webs between my toes! Anyway, I used to think it rained too much when I was young. Then I  More

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