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Orangevale, CA vs Santa Fe, NM

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Are people in Santa Fe older or younger than people in Orangevale?
- The Median Age in Santa Fe is 2.5 years older than in Orangevale.

Are housing costs cheaper in Santa Fe or Orangevale?
- Santa Fe housing costs are 3.2% more expensive than Orangevale housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Santa Fe or Orangevale?
- The average commute for residents of Santa Fe is 9.1 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Orangevale.

Things to do in Orangevale?
Orangevale CA is situated right next door to Sacramento’s bustling metropolis making it desirable place live close enough enjoy all state capital has offer but not removed colorful charm

Things to do in Santa Fe?
Santa Fe, New Mexico is considered one of America's most unique and beautiful cities that offers stunning views of both the Sangre de Cristo mountains and downtown Plaza.

 Orangevale, CASanta Fe, NMUnited States
 Population  Unlock86,935329,725,481
 Median Income$89,426  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock4438.4
 Avg. Home Price$524,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time28.2  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Orangevale    5 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

Light rain throughout the year. Spring and fall are unbeatable. Summer is deffinately Hot, but with so many options to go camping and swimming, cooling off is never  More

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Over 16 years ago

Another comment from an Orangevale resident complains about the diminishing of rural character and the coming of compact development. Unfortunately, I cannot endorse  More

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Over 17 years ago

Think twice before purchasing property in one of the more expensive places to live. Orangevale is losing its small town flavor while be buffeted or "tucked into" other  More

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Reviews for Santa Fe    55 Reviews

I’ve recently moved to Santa Fe from Colorado. I love Santa Fe for various reasons… mostly because of the tricultural aspects of it. We have amazing Native American,  More

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Over 6 years ago

Bought a house here in 2013 and split my time here with other house in Adirondack Mountains of NYS. Santa Fe is great, but not perfect. Love the climate. 306 days of  More

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Over 6 years ago

The only 2 things about Santa Fe that are nice is the scenery and the weather. But, those two things cannot bring about the total comfort and homeyness that makes a city  More

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