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Nacogdoches, TX vs Lafayette, IN

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Are people in Lafayette older or younger than people in Nacogdoches?
- The Median Age in Lafayette is 7.7 years older than in Nacogdoches.

Are housing costs cheaper in Lafayette or Nacogdoches?
- Lafayette housing costs are 29.1% more expensive than Nacogdoches housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Lafayette or Nacogdoches?
- The average commute for residents of Lafayette is 0.7 minutes longer than it is for residents of Nacogdoches.

Things to do in Nacogdoches?
Nacogdoches TX lies just east from Houston boasting numerous opportunities for outdoor adventure such as hikes through the Angelina National Forest or kayaking down Neches River.

Things to do in Lafayette?
Lafayette, Indiana is a vibrant city located in the Midwest United States. Home to attractions such as Art Museum of Greater Lafayette and Columbian Park Zoo visitors can enjoy outdoor activities and nature when visiting Lafayette. There are also plenty of museums, galleries, and performance venues such as Long Center for the Performing Arts and Purdue Convocations. For entertainment, visitors can explore downtown shopping districts and restaurants along with movie theaters and live music clubs. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an exciting night out, Lafayette has something for everyone!

 Nacogdoches, TXLafayette, INUnited States
 Population  Unlock70,928329,725,481
 Median Income$36,434  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock32.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$153,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time15.95  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Nacogdoches    5 Reviews

Over 10 years ago

loved growing up in Nac never realized how pretty Nac was until I moved away and would come home to  More

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I have visited the Nacogdoches area several times since I was about 14. I am 30 now and am planning on relocating to this area permanently. There are many large  More

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Nacogdoches is the oldest town in Texas having been the center of development in Texas, as was San Antonio. However, it was later, somewhat side stepped, as the rest of  More

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Reviews for Lafayette    16 Reviews

Over 12 years ago

I have lived here for 12 years and in a smaller town 20 miles away for over 35 years and like the people. But crime is on the rise, more arrests lately related to people  More

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Over 13 years ago

Lafayette still has a small town atmosphere. It is a wonderful place to raise children. There is a strong sense of community. Unfotunately in recent years Lafayette has  More

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I can say I have lived in Lafayette Indiana for 25 years. I'll say that home is home...but I would honestly say in less your a college student at Purdue, I would never  More

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