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McMinnville, OR vs Sandy, OR

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Are people in Sandy older or younger than people in McMinnville?
- The Median Age in Sandy is 3.1 years younger than in McMinnville.

Are housing costs cheaper in Sandy or McMinnville?
- Sandy housing costs are 8.6% more expensive than McMinnville housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Sandy or McMinnville?
- The average commute for residents of Sandy is 10.5 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 Sandy?
Sandy, OR is an inviting town east of Portland offering numerous delightful attractions such as Wildwood Recreation Site displaying its distinctive environment or Pioneer Bridget Park perfect for outdoor activities; locals gather yearly at their spectacular Sandy Mountain Festival with music and art each June.

 McMinnville, ORSandy, ORUnited States
 Population  Unlock12,383329,725,481
 Median Income$58,692  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$453,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.1%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 Sandy    1 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

Lived in Sandy since I was about 6 and I love it sometimes there is not a lot to do but it is a great small  More

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