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Junction City, KS vs Sand Springs, OK

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Are people in Sand Springs older or younger than people in Junction City?
- The Median Age in Sand Springs is 8.0 years older than in Junction City.

Are housing costs cheaper in Sand Springs or Junction City?
- Sand Springs housing costs are 24.4% more expensive than Junction City housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Sand Springs or Junction City?
- The average commute for residents of Sand Springs is 5.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Junction City.

Things to do in Junction City?
Junction City, KS is located in Geary county in northeast Kansas along the Republican river with easy access to Topeka and Fort Riley military base nearby.

Things to do in Sand Springs?
Sand Springs, OK is a pleasant town west of Tulsa boasting several enjoyable landmarks including Case Community Park ideal for relaxation or Keystone Ancient Forest showing its distinct landscape; people gather yearly during the amazing Flying Pig Marathon highlighting culture through arts and music each May.

 Junction City, KSSand Springs, OKUnited States
 Population  Unlock19,935329,725,481
 Median Income$56,410  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$159,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.63  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Junction City    4 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

I moved to JC in 2009 because the government made me. Husband was active duty army. We brought two children with us. At the time they were high school and elementary  More

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Over 15 years ago

Having a univeristy in your backyard and the Military  More

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Over 17 years ago

Pros: 1. Low cost of living and housing 2. Affordable place to live 3. Home to Fort Riley Military Reservation Cons: 1. High crime rate 2. Poor school system 3.  More

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Reviews for Sand Springs    9 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

Sand Springs is 15 minutes from Tulsa and 15 minutes from Keystone Lake. It has beautiful rolling hills with the north and south being divided by the Arkansas River.   More

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I have lived in Sand Springs for decades. If you or your kids like to ride around for hours in your backyard on ATVs, snow machines, motorcycles or lawn mowers, Sand  More

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If you or your kids like to ride lawn mowers, ATVs, motorcycles and snow machines around in circles IN YOUR BACKYARD for hours, you belong here. The mayor, the city  More

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