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Nacogdoches, TX vs Mesa, AZ

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Are people in Mesa older or younger than people in Nacogdoches?
- The Median Age in Mesa is 11.8 years older than in Nacogdoches.

Are housing costs cheaper in Mesa or Nacogdoches?
- Mesa housing costs are 176.9% more expensive than Nacogdoches housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Mesa or Nacogdoches?
- The average commute for residents of Mesa is 8.9 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 Mesa?
Mesa, Arizona is a vibrant city filled with activities and attractions for all ages. Visit the Arizona Museum of Natural History or take in a show at the Hohokam Stadium. Head out to Usery Mountain Regional Park and explore some of the most stunning views in Arizona, or stay downtown and experience Mesa's culture and nightlife. Whether you're looking for outdoor recreation, history, culture, or just a relaxing retreat from city life, Mesa is sure to provide it all!

 Nacogdoches, TXMesa, AZUnited States
 Population  Unlock497,752329,725,481
 Median Income$36,434  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$153,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time15.95  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Nacogdoches    5 Reviews

Over 11 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 Mesa    61 Reviews

Mesa is a really good city despite some trouble with Superstition Springs and the failure that is Fiesta Mall, there is nice areas throughout and some areas that need to  More

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Over 3 years ago

As someone who was born in Mesa and has lived here in the 85210 in Dobson Ranch for the last 13 years after moving out from Chandler. I can tell you that most of the  More

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I’m a native to Arizona and growing up here has taught me that people just don’t care, and the Mormon community is huge! It’s normal in the state of AZ for kids to start  More

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