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Grover Beach, CA vs Helena, MT

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Are people in Helena older or younger than people in Grover Beach?
- The Median Age in Helena is 0.1 years older than in Grover Beach.

Are housing costs cheaper in Helena or Grover Beach?
- Helena housing costs are 32.3% less expensive than Grover Beach housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Helena or Grover Beach?
- The average commute for residents of Helena is 10.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Grover Beach.

Things to do in Grover Beach?
Grover Beach, CA is a pleasant town south of San Luis Obispo featuring several spectacular spots such as Oceano Dunes SVRA perfect for exploring or Ramona Garden Park ideal for picnicking; locals gather yearly at the remarkable Grand Avenue Festival celebrating local culture with art and performances.

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!

 Grover Beach, CAHelena, MTUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,060329,725,481
 Median Income$77,637  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$649,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time23.16  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Grover Beach    1 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

This is an awesome, old-school, unpretentious, classic California beach town. But, ssshhhh...don't tell anyone. I've lived in several nice Cali. beach towns but this  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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