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Pahoa, HI vs Independence, OR

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- Job Growth in Independence has been positive.
- Independence has 2.5% more unemployment than Pahoa.
- Independence job growth has increased by 14.0% in the past 10 years.
 Pahoa, HIIndependence, ORUnited States
 Current Unemployment  Unlock5.9%6.0%
 Future Job Growth33.5%  Unlock33.5%
 Recent Job Growth  Unlock-2.8%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-12.8%  Unlock-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth  Unlock8.6%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth-1.3%  Unlock6.3%
Reviews for Pahoa    2 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

That's impossible. The state of Hawaii sets the amount for every student; doesn't matter where they live. It's a set amount. No such thing as 0.   More

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Regarding the cost of living in Pahoa and rural areas around Pahoa, everything is related to what your needs are. Most grow their own veggies, many are off grid, (very  More

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Reviews for Independence    2 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

For a town of ~9k people the amenities are good; this is also helped by state college Western Oregon University in the neighboring city of Monmouth(all within a 3-mile  More

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Over 17 years ago

Independence is a small town with a friendly feel. Great place to live if you want to get away from the fast pace of a big city. After living here for eight years  More

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