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Hastings, MN vs Albert Lea, MN

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Highlights
- Job Growth in Albert Lea has been positive.
- Albert Lea has 0.4% more unemployment than Hastings.
- Albert Lea job growth has increased by 2.7% in the past 10 years.
 Hastings, MNAlbert Lea, MNUnited States
 Current Unemployment  Unlock4.5%6.0%
 Future Job Growth36.7%  Unlock33.5%
 Recent Job Growth  Unlock-1.3%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-1.3%  Unlock-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth  Unlock-2.6%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth7.5%  Unlock6.3%
Reviews for Hastings    2 Reviews

Over 18 years ago

Tons of reasons why Hastings is the best. Some natives, some transplants which makes for a great mix. We welcome the new because if you pick Hastings for what it is  More

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Over 18 years ago

Hastings, MN is a nice place to live if you enjoy a small-town atmosphere. The people are mostly friendly, everybody knows everybody, and the way of life is hard set  More

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Reviews for Albert Lea    1 Reviews

Over 19 years ago

After living in the Twin Cities and California, Albert Lea seems dirt cheap. Housing is some of the lowest in the  More

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