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McAlester, OK vs Sulphur Springs, TX

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Are people in Sulphur Springs older or younger than people in McAlester?
- The Median Age in Sulphur Springs is 2.4 years older than in McAlester.

Are housing costs cheaper in Sulphur Springs or McAlester?
- Sulphur Springs housing costs are 46.1% more expensive than McAlester housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Sulphur Springs or McAlester?
- The average commute for residents of Sulphur Springs is 3.1 minutes shorter than it is for residents of McAlester.

Things to do in McAlester?
McAlester, OK is a city located in Pittsburg County in southeastern Oklahoma. It has a population of around 18,000 people and is home to many historical sites such as the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant and the Choctaw Nation Capitol Building. The city also offers plenty of outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, hunting, and boating on Lake Eufaula.

Things to do in Sulphur Springs?
Sulphur Springs is a city located in Hopkins County with an estimated population of 15,449 according to the 2019 census. The city offers its residents plenty of amenities such as schools, parks and libraries that they can use for leisure or educational purposes plus many restaurants and shops that offer unique items for visitors to purchase or enjoy during their visit.

 McAlester, OKSulphur Springs, TXUnited States
 Population  Unlock15,825329,725,481
 Median Income$44,890  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$135,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.94  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Mcalester    3 Reviews

Recently moved here from Texas and we’re loving it so far. It reminds us of old Georgetown, Tx, where we grew up. We love small, close knit towns and McAlester is just  More

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Having lived in McAlester in the early 50's, I find it interesting that the population of the City of McAlester is about the same as it was suring the 50's and the  More

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Over 18 years ago

My family moved here last year when my husband got a job with an oil technology firm. The housing market is great here. You can find a nice house for an affordable  More

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Reviews for Sulphur Springs    1 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

SULPHUR SPRINGS IS VERY HOT AND HUMID IN THE SUMMER,ABOUT 96 DEGREES IN THE SUMMER WITH HUMIDITY OVER 50%. WINTER IS COLD AND DAMP FROM NOVEMBER THROUGH FEBRUARY  More

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