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McPherson, KS vs Urbandale, IA

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Are people in Urbandale older or younger than people in McPherson?
- The Median Age in Urbandale is 0.5 years older than in McPherson.

Are housing costs cheaper in Urbandale or McPherson?
- Urbandale housing costs are 56.0% more expensive than McPherson housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Urbandale or McPherson?
- The average commute for residents of Urbandale is 7.5 minutes longer than it is for residents of McPherson.

Things to do in McPherson?
McPherson, KS is located in central Kansas and is home to over 13000 people across 10 square miles McPherson offers plenty of attractions including local museums art galleries shopping venues libraries or recreational parks its downtown area is listed on the National Register of Historic Places which also hosts several annual festivals throughout the year.

Things to do in Urbandale?
Urbandale, Iowa is situated in Polk County offering visitors numerous parks such as Walker Johnston Park combined with plenty of activities from golfing at Waveland Golf Course to shopping at Urbandale Open Air mall.

 McPherson, KSUrbandale, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock45,037329,725,481
 Median Income$59,610  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3838.4
 Avg. Home Price$190,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time10.76  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Mcpherson    6 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

I have been visiting McPherson for many years since stumbling across the place in 2009 on a road trip. The town has always been a peaceful place with wonderful parks;  More

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This is an ok place to live if you are white straight christan republican and like to think you're the only ones on this planet. If not, it's the most racially  More

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Over 16 years ago

McPherson is located in the center of the state. Easy to get to by I-135 & US 56 Highway. The community has a wholesome attitude, appreciating the simple lifestyle,  More

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Reviews for Urbandale    1 Reviews

I have lived in Urbandale for 10 years and I love it here. Urbandale is a great suburb to the capital city Des Moines. We are on the city border to Des Moines, Waukee,  More

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