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Fayetteville, AR vs Helena, MT

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Are people in Helena older or younger than people in Fayetteville?
- The Median Age in Helena is 11.5 years older than in Fayetteville.

Are housing costs cheaper in Helena or Fayetteville?
- Helena housing costs are 32.4% more expensive than Fayetteville housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Helena or Fayetteville?
- The average commute for residents of Helena is 7.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Fayetteville.

Things to do in Fayetteville?
Fayetteville, Arkansas is located in the heart of Washington County and has been an important commercial center since its founding in 1828. It’s home to several local attractions like the University of Arkansas Campus or scenic hiking trails at nearby Devil’s Den State Park.

Things to do in Helena?
Helena MT rests near Lewis and Clark National Forest which makes it an ideal spot for outdoor activities ranging from hiking trails to skiing during winter months plus museums showcasing local history!

 Fayetteville, ARHelena, MTUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,060329,725,481
 Median Income$52,111  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$332,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.47  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Fayetteville    49 Reviews

We've been here for many years. And my wife grew up here. We love being part of the community. She's a teacher and I own Deck Bros. The only thing remotely negative that  More

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How this city made Sperlings top ten for midsize cities is beyond me. The crime rate for both personal and property are horrendous. Assuming because of the fairly  More

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I've lived in NWA for 15 years. I've lived in many different cities in this country. This the worst area.First of all, you can't trust many of the people. They say  More

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Reviews for Helena    17 Reviews

I spent 6 months living on a ranch in the Helena valley. This was during the population boom Montana experienced after covid. Helena has some great mountain biking  More

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Over 3 years ago

We transplanted from Southern California 3 years ago and have never looked back! Living in the small unincorporated town of York Montana located in the Helena nation  More

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Over 5 years ago

I lived here for 16 years. It is a great place to grow  More

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