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Fort Smith, AR vs Pell City, AL

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Are people in Pell City older or younger than people in Fort Smith?
- The Median Age in Pell City is 2.1 years older than in Fort Smith.

Are housing costs cheaper in Pell City or Fort Smith?
- Pell City housing costs are 65.7% more expensive than Fort Smith housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Pell City or Fort Smith?
- The average commute for residents of Pell City is 9.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Fort Smith.

Things to do in Fort Smith?
Fort Smith, Arkansas is located along the Arkansas River Valley offering plenty of outdoor activities including fishing, hunting and golfing. The city is also known for its vibrant music scene and rich cultural heritage with multiple museums and restaurants to discover.

Things to do in Pell City?
Pell City, AL is a small town found northeast of Birmingham that offers plenty choices for leisurely activities ranging from swimming pools and picnic spots to nearby lakes ideal for canoeing or kayaking trips through Stillwater Creek’s waters lined with rocks providing glimpses into cypress tree forests along its shores.

 Fort Smith, ARPell City, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock12,923329,725,481
 Median Income$48,033  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$155,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.27  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Fort Smith    28 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

I lived here for over a year and it SUCKS. The major grocery store is Walmart. And two other grocery stores and they are high price. One Sams Club , one target ,one  More

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Over 4 years ago

I have been here since 2005. The only good thing about Fort Smith is they have 2 Aldi locations. The cost of living might be cheaper but you also don't have renter's  More

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Over 6 years ago

Dis place lit no  More

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Reviews for Pell City    4 Reviews

PELL CITY IS GREAT PLACE TO LIVE THE ONLY ISSUE IS THE SORRY ASS COPS HERE. MY CHILD HAS BEEN SHOT AT THANK GOD HE WAS NOT HURT ALONG WITH HIS FRIEND. THE POLICE WAS  More

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Pell City is a great place to live the only issue I have with Pell City is the sorry ass police. I can not express the disappointment I have for our Police Dept.. My 17  More

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Over 17 years ago

If you are a religious person you will find much happiness in Pell City. There are many different faiths that live together in relatively good harmony.  More

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