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Magalia, CA vs Alamogordo, NM

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Are people in Alamogordo older or younger than people in Magalia?
- The Median Age in Alamogordo is 9.8 years younger than in Magalia.

Are housing costs cheaper in Alamogordo or Magalia?
- Alamogordo housing costs are 30.4% less expensive than Magalia housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Alamogordo or Magalia?
- The average commute for residents of Alamogordo is 16.1 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Magalia.

Things to do in Magalia?
Magalia, CA lies just outside Paradise in Butte county and has a population around 11,000 people. Here visitors experience unique attractions such as the Ridge Art Gallery showcasing the town's local artists and their works while enjoying outdoor activities like hiking through Butte Creek Canyon offering stunning views of the Sutter Buttes mountain range or fishing at nearby Lake Oroville which is ideal for summertime getaways!

Things to do in Alamogordo?
Alamogordo NM seats east Las Cruces which is known primarily for its unique outdoor spots like Oliver Lee Memorial State Park where hikers and picnickers find plenty of trails & breathtaking views that pair well with excellent shopping opportunities throughout town!

 Magalia, CAAlamogordo, NMUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,201329,725,481
 Median Income$51,766  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3938.4
 Avg. Home Price$276,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time32.03  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Magalia    1 Reviews

Well, it looks like I get to be the very first to comment on Magalia, California. For reasons I still don't understand, my folks moved here 40 years ago. I inherited  More

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Reviews for Alamogordo    14 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

I am originally from Alamogordo, and moved away about 9 years ago. We are now seriously considering on moving back to this little small town. After being away in a  More

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Over 11 years ago

The school system in Alamogordo NM is terrible. The high school here has the highest GRADS program in the state which is teen moms dual enrolled. They do no offer  More

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Over 13 years ago

I've lived in Alamogordo for two years now after living in Tacoma, Washington (too much rain, too much crime) for 20 years. Generally, it's a nice little conservative  More

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