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Houma, LA vs Walla Walla, WA

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Are people in Walla Walla older or younger than people in Houma?
- The Median Age in Walla Walla is 0.2 years older than in Houma.

Are housing costs cheaper in Walla Walla or Houma?
- Walla Walla housing costs are 130.5% more expensive than Houma housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Walla Walla or Houma?
- The average commute for residents of Walla Walla is 7.1 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Houma.

Things to do in Houma?
Houma LA lies just south Louisiana offering easy access to Grand Isle State Park perfect for camping near one the area’s most scenic locations plus a selection of seasonal festivals like Mardi Gras & Cajun Music Festival providing entertainment for all ages.

Things to do in Walla Walla?
Walla Walla WA is situated between the Blue Mountains and Columbia River Filled with historical sites, great restaurants, and museums as well as plenty of exciting nightlife options or wineries available for wine lovers.

 Houma, LAWalla Walla, WAUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,765329,725,481
 Median Income$48,688  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$162,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time21.85  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Houma    4 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

I lived in Houma from 2 years of age until 61. If you love fishing, eating fried/boiled seafood, and enjoy hot humid weather, this is your town. Except for having easy  More

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Over 16 years ago

Houma has absolutely nothing to  More

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Over 17 years ago

Hot summers; significant hurricanes and tropical storms about once every 5  More

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Reviews for Walla Walla    10 Reviews

The saying is Walla Walla-the town so nice they named it twice!! Thats about it. Oh and if there's anything you learn about living here, and leave. Much like a  More

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While I was born and raised here, I have subsequently lived in the Portland and Seattle areas. We chose to retire in Walla Walla as the cost of living is far more  More

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Over 6 years ago

Extreme gentrification in progress. Best place for white people who are retired, or professional families living on one income, or those in the wine industry. This is a  More

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