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Liberty, MO vs Ottumwa, IA

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Are people in Ottumwa older or younger than people in Liberty?
- The Median Age in Ottumwa is 1.2 years older than in Liberty.

Are housing costs cheaper in Ottumwa or Liberty?
- Ottumwa housing costs are 65.2% less expensive than Liberty housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Ottumwa or Liberty?
- The average commute for residents of Ottumwa is 6.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Liberty.

Things to do in Liberty?
Liberty MO seats north Kansas City boasting an array of entertainment from bowling alleys, movie theatres and even laser tag arenas all great ways keep family busy in addition to easy access nearby Lake Of The Ozarks Park!

Things to do in Ottumwa?
Ottumwa, IA is a charming city located in Wapello County. With an estimated population of 25,000 people, Ottumwa has something special for everyone. From outdoor activities like fishing and hiking to cultural attractions like the American Gothic House–there's always something new to explore in this lively city. Residents also benefit from easy access to quality public and private schools as well as excellent healthcare facilities. Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation—Ottumwa has something special for everyone!

 Liberty, MOOttumwa, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock25,379329,725,481
 Median Income$81,352  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$280,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time22.4  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Liberty    2 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

We love living Liberty because of the great  More

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Over 19 years ago

If you are relocating to the area, housing choices are abundant and range from starter homes to upscale, try Montclair or  More

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Reviews for Ottumwa    5 Reviews

Over 12 years ago

Ottumwa has a seemingly high rate of theft-related crimes as well as drug use which I'm sure correlates to the incidences of assault. For a community of 20-30,000, the  More

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Over 16 years ago

ottumwa, Iowa has no diverse culture. It is not very open especially when it comes to branching out to new ideas of others culture...The idea of culture here is the pro  More

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Over 17 years ago

Pros: 1. Extremely low cost of living and housing 2. Affordable place to live Cons: 1. High crime rate 2. Very poor school system 3. Economically depressed 4.  More

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