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Cottage Grove, MN vs Avondale, AZ

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Highlights
Are people in Avondale older or younger than people in Cottage Grove?
- The Median Age in Avondale is 5.1 years younger than in Cottage Grove.

Are housing costs cheaper in Avondale or Cottage Grove?
- Avondale housing costs are 3.4% more expensive than Cottage Grove housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Avondale or Cottage Grove?
- The average commute for residents of Avondale is 3.0 minutes longer than it is for residents of Cottage Grove.

Things to do in Cottage Grove?
Cottage Grove, Minnesota is found in Washington county offering its citizens access to parks including Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park while also having shopping options at Marketplace at Town Center plus multiple restaurants including Old Country Buffet

Things to do in Avondale?
Avondale, Arizona sits on the outskirts of Phoenix offering many outdoor recreational venues such as Estrella Mountain Park or Wildlife World Zoo.

 Cottage Grove, MNAvondale, AZUnited States
 Population  Unlock88,065329,725,481
 Median Income$108,887  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock31.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$360,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.1  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Cottage Grove    3 Reviews

After moving to Cottage Grove, MN (near the Twin Cities) nine years ago, I think the city has improved (its been an uphill battle), but the city is cheap on quality of  More

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If you're from the warmer climates, avoid MN in the winter, too cold for a southern boy. Summers are great, warm & not humid at all. Plenty of lakes, rivers, & trails  More

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Over 19 years ago

Minnesotans are friendly and take time to enjoy the outdoors during the summer months. The wonderful summers are greatly appreciated and many companies offer summer  More

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Reviews for Avondale    3 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

My children have attended Canyon Breeze for the last couple of years. In that time a new principal has taken over. Bullying, swearing, and children running around  More

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Over 18 years ago

I am a young married woman with a family. I love Avondale for so many reasons. There is everything I need nearby and I rarely have to venture out of my area. Shopping,  More

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Over 18 years ago

The valley is in serious need of mass transit. Currently a light rail is being built, but it is slated to only connect Phoenix to Tempe. Eventually it will connect more  More

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