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New River, AZ vs Draper, UT

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Are people in Draper older or younger than people in New River?
- The Median Age in Draper is 15.9 years younger than in New River.

Are housing costs cheaper in Draper or New River?
- Draper housing costs are 10.4% more expensive than New River housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Draper or New River?
- The average commute for residents of Draper is 10.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of New River.

Things to do in New River?
New River is an unincorporated community near Phoenix full of rugged desert terrain ideal for mountain biking while providing diverse wildlife habitats that make it a great spot for birdwatching plus opportunities to cool down during hot summer days by visiting one of its many swimming holes.

Things to do in Draper?
Draper, UT is located just south of Salt Lake City along Interstate 15. This city of over 44,000 people offers scenic views near the Wasatch Range mountains and access to world-class skiing opportunities. Draper also houses several large companies such as Adobe Systems and Microsoft Corporation for job growth opportunities.

 New River, AZDraper, UTUnited States
 Population  Unlock49,978329,725,481
 Median Income$110,257  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock33.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$696,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time33.3  Unlock26.38
Reviews for New River    3 Reviews

Over 8 years ago

Air quality should be the most important part of where you decide to live. New River is smog  More

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As New River resident and RealtorĀ® for 14 years there are many reasons why I love calling New River home: the fresh air, the mountain views, the wildlife, the starry  More

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Over 12 years ago

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Reviews for Draper    2 Reviews

I will put my 2 cents in on Draper, and do my best to be unbiased. I have lived in Draper for 10 years, and within a couple miles of Draper for the 12 years previous.   More

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We have three children and Draper is a great place to raise the them. We have a generous amount of parks and a lot of hiking trails great for getting kids outdoors.  More

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