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Melissa, TX vs El Centro, CA

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Are people in El Centro older or younger than people in Melissa?
- The Median Age in El Centro is 5.4 years younger than in Melissa.

Are housing costs cheaper in El Centro or Melissa?
- El Centro housing costs are 30.6% less expensive than Melissa housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, El Centro or Melissa?
- The average commute for residents of El Centro is 11.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Melissa.

Things to do in Melissa?
Melissa, TX is located in Collin county boasting a population close to 5,000 people. This small city offers visitors plenty of parks & trails to explore like Harry Myers Dog Park ideal for canine companions while also taking advantage of nearby shopping plazas full of stores and eateries for all to enjoy!

Things to do in El Centro?
El Centro, California is a city located in Imperial County that has become known for its nearby attractions like the Imperial Valley Mall and El Centro Recreation Center.

 Melissa, TXEl Centro, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,322329,725,481
 Median Income$127,391  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock31.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$442,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock14.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time30.05  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Melissa    3 Reviews
Dennis · Melissa, TX
Growing Bedroom Community
Over 4 years ago

I have lived here since 2008. It is a growing bedroom community. The city has a low crime rate and pretty good schools. The primary entertainment is High School sporting  More

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Alex · Melissa, TX
Don't Live in Berry Farms!
Over 9 years ago

We moved here 2 years ago and have suffered nothing but hell. If you are not a plain, vanilla, ignorant, intolerant person, do not move here!  More

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Ron · Melissa, TX
great climate
Over 17 years ago

warm to hot summer. enough cold in winter to make you appreciate  More

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LaShan · Ashford, AL
Rental Cars and transportation
Over 17 years ago

How simple or hard is it to get  More

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