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McMinnville, OR vs Oro Valley, AZ

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Are people in Oro Valley older or younger than people in McMinnville?
- The Median Age in Oro Valley is 16.5 years older than in McMinnville.

Are housing costs cheaper in Oro Valley or McMinnville?
- Oro Valley housing costs are 5.0% more expensive than McMinnville housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Oro Valley or McMinnville?
- The average commute for residents of Oro Valley is 6.4 minutes longer than it is for residents of McMinnville.

Things to do in McMinnville?
McMinnville, OR is a charming small town nestled in the scenic Willamette Valley. It is home to many local wineries and vineyards and boasts plenty of outdoor activities from fishing to hiking.

Things to do in Oro Valley?
Oro Valley, Arizona is located near Tucson making it perfect for those who look for thrill in Natural Bridge State Park Combined with some shopping spree at The Foothills Mall.

 McMinnville, OROro Valley, AZUnited States
 Population  Unlock46,515329,725,481
 Median Income$58,692  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock53.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$453,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time22.16  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Mcminnville    4 Reviews

I lived in McMinnville for 4 years. The Air quality you listed for this quaint little town in a bit off. The Willamette Valley had some serious smoke issues from a Big  More

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Over 11 years ago

If it sounds too good to be true, chances are, it is. So it goes with "The People's Republic of Oregon", one of the most patently dishonest marketing labels ever applied  More

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Over 16 years ago

I enjoy living here in the North west in Mcminnville, Oregon! It's clean,beautiful,and a more family oriented town! I miss my kids and some family in Central Valley  More

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Reviews for Oro Valley    5 Reviews

Some of these reviews are so inaccurate. Rentals for a 2-bedroom are closer to $1000/mo and up if you want to live in a safer neighborhood. People here are so intolerant  More

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Over 15 years ago

I have lived here in Oro Valley for 3.8 years -love it here. however lack of cultural diversity, water and the 100+ heat each day for 3 months a year means that i am  More

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I am a retiree from New York. I moved to Tucson two years ago. Now we are about to buy a home in Oro Valley, just north of Tucson. I love this area. The mountains  More

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