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Independence, OR vs Grants Pass, OR

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Highlights
- Job Growth in Grants Pass has been positive.
- Grants Pass has 2.0% less unemployment than Independence.
- Grants Pass job growth has increased by 16.8% in the past 10 years.
 Independence, ORGrants Pass, ORUnited States
 Current Unemployment  Unlock7.9%6.0%
 Future Job Growth42.6%  Unlock33.5%
 Recent Job Growth  Unlock-2.5%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth0.2%  Unlock-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth  Unlock7.8%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth14.0%  Unlock6.3%
Reviews for Independence    2 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

For a town of ~9k people the amenities are good; this is also helped by state college Western Oregon University in the neighboring city of Monmouth(all within a 3-mile  More

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Over 17 years ago

Independence is a small town with a friendly feel. Great place to live if you want to get away from the fast pace of a big city. After living here for eight years  More

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Reviews for Grants Pass    27 Reviews

Just like any place, Grants Pass, Oregon has it's share of pros and cons. Pros:-Perfect location. The coast, the Redwoods, Crater Lake, the Oregon Caves, etc. are all  More

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I moved here bacause my wife wanted to be closer to my retired mother. Were it not for that GP would be in the rear view mirror. Grant Pass may be great if you are  More

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Beautiful town close to beaches, rivers, boat festival, trees, crystal clear water, parks, schools and teachers are the best! A great town to raise a family. Nice  More

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