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Helena, AL vs Oxford, AL

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Are people in Oxford older or younger than people in Helena?
- The Median Age in Oxford is 0.6 years younger than in Helena.

Are housing costs cheaper in Oxford or Helena?
- Oxford housing costs are 49.6% less expensive than Helena housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Oxford or Helena?
- The average commute for residents of Oxford is 8.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Helena.

Things to do in Helena?
Helena, AL is a vibrant town west of Birmingham boasting a variety of landmarks including Buck Creek State Park displaying its unique environment or Cahaba River Walk offering fun rides and tour opportunities; they organize vivid festivals like King's Fest every September.

Things to do in Oxford?
Oxford Alabama is situated within Calhoun county being part of Anniston-Oxford Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) with direct access to Interstate 20 running southeast towards Birmingham where local music scene can be experienced either at historic theater venues or popular bars & restaurants throughout downtown district . Oxford inhabits up to 22 thousand people predominantly concentrated around J sullivan complex offering wide variety amenities such as fresh markets , fast food chains , apparel stores , hotels & motels plus medical facilities catering all sorts health related needs . Last but not least , Noccalula falls park & campground provide wonderful experiences only minutes away from central hub venturing deep into industrial backroads .

 Helena, ALOxford, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock22,210329,725,481
 Median Income$96,173  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$331,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time30.95  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Helena    2 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

I raised my five children in Helena, Al 27 yrs ago when it was just one road and a few neighborhoods. Everytime I drive thru AL,I take the small detour thru Helena. It  More

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Over 18 years ago

I moved to Helena from Florida. Although I miss Florida, Helena is a nice little town to live in except for rush hour traffic. Life is very quiet in Helena and we have  More

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Reviews for Oxford    1 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

Oxford is a very Christian city, predominantly Baptist. If you're not Christian it may be hard to fit in here. (People are nice and friendly towards me, and adult.  More

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