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Onalaska, WI vs Helena, MT

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Are people in Helena older or younger than people in Onalaska?
- The Median Age in Helena is 0.3 years older than in Onalaska.

Are housing costs cheaper in Helena or Onalaska?
- Helena housing costs are 57.9% more expensive than Onalaska housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Helena or Onalaska?
- The average commute for residents of Helena is 5.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Onalaska.

Things to do in Onalaska?
Onalaska, WI is a pleasant city northwest of La Crosse featuring several spectacular spots such as the La Crosse River Trail perfect for exploring or Esofea Park ideal for recreational activities; locals gather yearly at the remarkable Riverfest celebrating local culture with music and art.

Things to do in Helena?
Helena MT rests near Lewis and Clark National Forest which makes it an ideal spot for outdoor activities ranging from hiking trails to skiing during winter months plus museums showcasing local history!

 Onalaska, WIHelena, MTUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,060329,725,481
 Median Income$71,760  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$278,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.28  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Onalaska    3 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

Onalaska is a great place to live! Every aspect is perfect  More

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Over 16 years ago

I was in nearby lacrosse working for a couple months, and there was nothing to do but drink and fish. And cold you fish. There was this small family owned boat rental  More

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Over 19 years ago

This is a great town to raise a family in. The people are mostly friendly, and if you like small town life, then this is the place for you. It has a university nearby,  More

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Reviews for Helena    17 Reviews

I spent 6 months living on a ranch in the Helena valley. This was during the population boom Montana experienced after covid. Helena has some great mountain biking  More

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Over 3 years ago

We transplanted from Southern California 3 years ago and have never looked back! Living in the small unincorporated town of York Montana located in the Helena nation  More

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Over 5 years ago

I lived here for 16 years. It is a great place to grow  More

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