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Morganton, NC vs West Monroe, LA

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Highlights
- Job Growth in West Monroe has been positive.
- West Monroe has 1.4% less unemployment than Morganton.
- West Monroe job growth has increased by 0.8% in the past 10 years.
 Morganton, NCWest Monroe, LAUnited States
 Current Unemployment  Unlock5.8%6.0%
 Future Job Growth37.3%  Unlock33.5%
 Recent Job Growth  Unlock-3.8%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-4.4%  Unlock-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth  Unlock-3.8%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth1.5%  Unlock6.3%
Reviews for Morganton    4 Reviews

We moved to Morganton in 2014 and love this town/area. The natural beauty in the Catawba Valley is astounding. Mountains, rivers, and beautiful trees are everywhere. The  More

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Over 10 years ago

Will be transplanting from the suburbs of Philadelphia and have visited Morganton on our way to Asheville/Hendersonville. It is close to take in what Asheville has to  More

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Over 11 years ago

It is the best place for schools. cost of living is great. Homes are cheap and affordable. Crime is very low. Recommend moving to Morganton NC  More

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Reviews for West Monroe    3 Reviews

Over 13 years ago

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Over 18 years ago

I was born and raised in West Monroe. I currently reside in Monroe, but I teach in West Monroe. There are pros and cons about West Monroe like anywhere else you may  More

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Over 18 years ago

This town is very sports oriented, therefore if your child doesn't play a sport there isn't very much to do  More

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