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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Hoover, AL vs Kentwood, MI

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Are people in Kentwood older or younger than people in Hoover?
- The Median Age in Kentwood is 3.7 years younger than in Hoover.

Are housing costs cheaper in Kentwood or Hoover?
- Kentwood housing costs are 27.8% less expensive than Hoover housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Kentwood or Hoover?
- The average commute for residents of Kentwood is 3.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Hoover.

Things to do in Hoover?
Hoover, Alabama is a bustling suburb just south of Birmingham known for its modern shopping centers and various outlets.

Things to do in Kentwood?
Kentwood, MI lies in Kent County, Michigan and has a population of nearly 52,000 people. Home to two major shopping malls—Woodland Mall and Centerpoint Mall—Kentwood provides plenty of opportunities for retail therapy. Kentwood also boasts numerous restaurants along with several local parks like Pinewood Park which offer plenty of fun activities for all ages.

 Hoover, ALKentwood, MIUnited States
 Population  Unlock53,884329,725,481
 Median Income$95,970  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$381,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time23.13  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Hoover    3 Reviews
Patrick · Birmingham, AL
Mild 4 season climate
Over 15 years ago

Hoover is in central Alabama and is a suburb of Birmigham. It has a mild four season climate wellsuited to nature lovers, golfers, and  More

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Kathy · Birmingham, AL
Surprise in Alabama
Over 19 years ago

Hoover, Alabama has a wide range of home buying opportunities. A huge plus is the up and coming TND community at The Preserve. The homes in this quaint neighborhood  More

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Todd · Birmingham, AL
Hoover Standard of Living
Over 20 years ago

Good municipal facilities (City Recreation Center, great library, good police and fire protection). Good schools (especially for Alabama). Traffic is heavy at  More

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Reviews for Kentwood    4 Reviews
Sandy · Grand Rapids, MI
Job Search
Over 16 years ago

Love the city, hate the climate. Tough to find a job  More

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micoa · Grand Rapids, MI
in search of warmer weather
Over 17 years ago

cold, freezing winters. however, if you like 4 seasons this is the place to  More

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Erin · Grand Rapids, MI
Close enough to GR...
Over 17 years ago

My husband and I moved to Kentwood after living in West Michigan for 7yrs. through our college years. While we found the cities closer to the coast more conservative  More

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