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Mesquite, NV vs Winter Haven, FL

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Are people in Winter Haven older or younger than people in Mesquite?
- The Median Age in Winter Haven is 18.7 years younger than in Mesquite.

Are housing costs cheaper in Winter Haven or Mesquite?
- Winter Haven housing costs are 19.3% less expensive than Mesquite housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Winter Haven or Mesquite?
- The average commute for residents of Winter Haven is 10.3 minutes longer than it is for residents of Mesquite.

Things to do in Mesquite?
Mesquite, NV is a pleasant city east of Las Vegas featuring several spectacular spots such as Wolf Creek Golf Club perfect for exploring or Bowler Wildhorse Motorsports Park ideal for recreational activities; locals gather yearly at the remarkable Cowboy Poets Gathering celebrating local culture with music and art.

Things to do in Winter Haven?
Winter Haven, Florida lies within Polk county offering tourists plenty of entertainment opportunities around Legoland Florida Resort along with local stores like The Lakeside Village Shopping Center.

 Mesquite, NVWinter Haven, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock48,707329,725,481
 Median Income$63,757  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock4138.4
 Avg. Home Price$348,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time13.81  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Mesquite    13 Reviews

Here's my take on Mesquite. I have a home in Orange County, CA and since 2005, a 2nd (vacation) home in St. George. We have spent much time in Mesquite. My daughter  More

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The rudest, most vile people I have ever met. We were considering retiring here but no way!! Bad drivers, no affordable housing, poor medical care (we would have to  More

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My husband and I visited Mesquite around Christmas as it had been suggested to us as a place to retire, but the impression we had was that retirees are a very large part  More

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Reviews for Winter Haven    9 Reviews

Over 2 years ago

I moved here 4 years ago from Sarasota FL., because it seemed quiet, calmer, less expensive, and a reasonable distance back to SRQ, Tampa, and Orlando. What a mistake!  More

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Definitely NOT a fan. My son moved me here without checking the rental home or neighborhood. WOW, we're we in for a surprise. It's total ghetto. I would NEVER  More

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Over 8 years ago

I lived in Bartow, right down the road from WH for many years. This is not a metropolitan area. It is middle class, bedroom community. It will take you less than an hour  More

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