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Marion, IA vs Bentonville, AR

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Highlights
- Job Growth in Bentonville has been positive.
- Bentonville has 1.5% more unemployment than Marion.
- Bentonville job growth has decreased by 63.2% in the past 10 years.
 Marion, IABentonville, ARUnited States
 Current Unemployment  Unlock2.9%6.0%
 Future Job Growth30.9%  Unlock33.5%
 Recent Job Growth  Unlock-1.3%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-2.2%  Unlock-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth  Unlock25.3%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth6.9%  Unlock6.3%
Reviews for Marion    3 Reviews

I've lived in Marion for ~22 years now, and it has its pros (+) and cons (-): + Marion is one of the safest places to live in the country. + The cost of living vs  More

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Over 15 years ago

Marion is clean, affordable and has one of the lowest crime rates in the state. The people here are friendly and helpful. Marion shares a border with Cedar Rapids  More

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Marion is one of the fastest growing communities in Iowa. We have a highly educated workforce, affordable housing, low crime and excellent education. Plus, there is much  More

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Reviews for Bentonville    13 Reviews

Over 2 years ago

I've lived in Bentonville for 5 1/2 years and think it's a great city for families. There are tons of activities for kids and everything seems to be geared to young  More

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Nice people but there is no consumer protection. Be careful renting or spending on high ticket items.  More

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Mindy · 

People are friendly when out and about for the most part. Lots of people from India and CA are moving here. Walmart owns and controls EVERYTHING from the police  More

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