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Ottumwa, IA vs Lewiston, ID

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Are people in Lewiston older or younger than people in Ottumwa?
- The Median Age in Lewiston is 2.1 years older than in Ottumwa.

Are housing costs cheaper in Lewiston or Ottumwa?
- Lewiston housing costs are 235.2% more expensive than Ottumwa housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Lewiston or Ottumwa?
- The average commute for residents of Lewiston is 2.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Ottumwa.

Things to do in Ottumwa?
Ottumwa, IA is a charming city located in Wapello County. With an estimated population of 25,000 people, Ottumwa has something special for everyone. From outdoor activities like fishing and hiking to cultural attractions like the American Gothic House–there's always something new to explore in this lively city. Residents also benefit from easy access to quality public and private schools as well as excellent healthcare facilities. Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation—Ottumwa has something special for everyone!

Things to do in Lewiston?
Lewiston ID is situated east from Moscow in North Idaho boasting plenty of outdoor attractions such as Hells Gate State Park and Snake River perfect for fishing, camping or swimming.

 Ottumwa, IALewiston, IDUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,964329,725,481
 Median Income$48,198  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$97,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.38  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Ottumwa    5 Reviews

Over 12 years ago

Ottumwa has a seemingly high rate of theft-related crimes as well as drug use which I'm sure correlates to the incidences of assault. For a community of 20-30,000, the  More

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Over 16 years ago

ottumwa, Iowa has no diverse culture. It is not very open especially when it comes to branching out to new ideas of others culture...The idea of culture here is the pro  More

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Over 17 years ago

Pros: 1. Extremely low cost of living and housing 2. Affordable place to live Cons: 1. High crime rate 2. Very poor school system 3. Economically depressed 4.  More

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Reviews for Lewiston    6 Reviews

We have lived in the Lewiston area for over seven years. If you are a dog person, this is not the place for you. No 24/7 emergency care. Very poor vet care. Our dog  More

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Maybe 15 inches 40 yrs ago, but now mostly a few inches periodically, but it doesn't stick long. I moved back in 2001-2007 and only once was the snowfall over a few  More

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Just need to know if anyone knows a good place to start to find rental homes or a website they can refer me to. My father-n-law is moving up there and doesn't want to  More

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