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Fort Payne, AL vs Oro Valley, AZ

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Are people in Oro Valley older or younger than people in Fort Payne?
- The Median Age in Oro Valley is 14.1 years older than in Fort Payne.

Are housing costs cheaper in Oro Valley or Fort Payne?
- Oro Valley housing costs are 180.0% more expensive than Fort Payne housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Oro Valley or Fort Payne?
- The average commute for residents of Oro Valley is 8.7 minutes longer than it is for residents of Fort Payne.

Things to do in Fort Payne?
Fort Payne, AL is an old industrial city found northeast of Birmingham boasting one of the most impressive waterfalls in the US - Little River Canyon National Preserve - home to over 20 miles of trails perfect for outdoor lovers that want to hike or even go whitewater rafting while taking in all the beauty this natural wonder has to offer.

Things to do in Oro Valley?
Oro Valley, Arizona is located near Tucson making it perfect for those who look for thrill in Natural Bridge State Park Combined with some shopping spree at The Foothills Mall.

 Fort Payne, ALOro Valley, AZUnited States
 Population  Unlock46,515329,725,481
 Median Income$44,330  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock53.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$170,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.85  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Fort Payne    2 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

Slow paced, pretty topography, close to  More

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Over 12 years ago

great place to live. people are friendly once they get to know you. very tight knit community. low crime, great weather. no employment. awesome beauty! relocated from  More

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Reviews for Oro Valley    5 Reviews

Some of these reviews are so inaccurate. Rentals for a 2-bedroom are closer to $1000/mo and up if you want to live in a safer neighborhood. People here are so intolerant  More

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Over 15 years ago

I have lived here in Oro Valley for 3.8 years -love it here. however lack of cultural diversity, water and the 100+ heat each day for 3 months a year means that i am  More

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I am a retiree from New York. I moved to Tucson two years ago. Now we are about to buy a home in Oro Valley, just north of Tucson. I love this area. The mountains  More

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