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Kings Mountain, NC vs Cottonwood, AZ

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Are people in Cottonwood older or younger than people in Kings Mountain?
- The Median Age in Cottonwood is 11.9 years older than in Kings Mountain.

Are housing costs cheaper in Cottonwood or Kings Mountain?
- Cottonwood housing costs are 82.3% more expensive than Kings Mountain housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Cottonwood or Kings Mountain?
- The average commute for residents of Cottonwood is 0.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Kings Mountain.

Things to do in Kings Mountain?
Kings Mountain is a small town located near Cleveland and Gaston Counties in North Carolina boasting close to 8 thousand residents. Here you’ll find no shortage of outdoor activities - enjoy bird watching on one of many trails or take advantage of great opportunities for canoeing and kayaking along the Catawba River; plus within its historical downtown district, there’s plenty of shops and restaurants to visit as well!

Things to do in Cottonwood?
Cottonwood, Arizona is a beautiful small town located in the Verde Valley region of Yavapai County. It is surrounded by gorgeous red rock formations and offers plenty of outdoor activities for its visitors and residents alike. There are many historical points of interest to explore, such as Montezuma Castle National Monument, Tuzigoot National Monument, and Fort Verde State Historic Park. Nature lovers can take advantage of the nearby Coconino National Forest or Prescott National Forest while those looking for a bit more adventure can check out Dead Horse Ranch State Park or Jerome State Historic Park. With its picturesque beauty and wide array of activities, Cottonwood makes an ideal spot to visit or settle down.

 Kings Mountain, NCCottonwood, AZUnited States
 Population  Unlock12,073329,725,481
 Median Income$42,336  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock53.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$202,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time23.38  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Kings Mountain    2 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

I'm 22 now and I've been here my entire life. I truly despise living here now and would not recommend it to anyone, although the country areas and the historical Kings  More

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Over 15 years ago

Beautiful Small Town Near the Appalachian  More

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Reviews for Cottonwood    10 Reviews

As a 6th generation AZ Native, someone who had the misfortune of growing up in Phoenix, and who has lived all over the VV and Flagstaff, I think Cottonwood is great  More

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Over 5 years ago

I have lived in Cottonwood since 2002. When I first moved here, this place was wonderful. Quiet, friendly and affordable. The weather was good with plenty of sunshine  More

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Actually Cottonwood is a great place because of the great LGBTQ community. Without this aspect Cottonwood wouldn't be anything really, except a Wal-mart. The LGBTQ  More

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