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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Parkersburg, WV vs Houma, LA

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Are people in Houma older or younger than people in Parkersburg?
- The Median Age in Houma is 6.0 years younger than in Parkersburg.

Are housing costs cheaper in Houma or Parkersburg?
- Houma housing costs are 21.8% more expensive than Parkersburg housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Houma or Parkersburg?
- The average commute for residents of Houma is 4.1 minutes longer than it is for residents of Parkersburg.

Things to do in Parkersburg?
Parkersburg, WV is the seat of Wood County situated on the Ohio River. This small town offers a relaxing atmosphere while still having all the advantages of city life with great shopping centers, restaurants and bars.

Things to do in Houma?
Houma LA lies just south Louisiana offering easy access to Grand Isle State Park perfect for camping near one the area’s most scenic locations plus a selection of seasonal festivals like Mardi Gras & Cajun Music Festival providing entertainment for all ages.

 Parkersburg, WVHouma, LAUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,461329,725,481
 Median Income$38,960  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$133,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.77  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Parkersburg    10 Reviews
Marsha · Parkersburg, WV
more info needed
Over 7 years ago

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Tracey · Parkersburg, WV
Pros and cons
Over 15 years ago

Just like most places, Parkersburg definitely has it's pros and cons. The pros: pretty low crime rate (although it's growing more and more every year), typically no  More

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Denise · Fort Wayne, IN
St Josephs Medical Center
Over 17 years ago

Have worked at St Josephs for the past 11 weeks as a travel RN in the CVICU. A very friendly hospital, great hospitalist and physician availability with CV surgeons of  More

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Reviews for Houma    4 Reviews
Bryan · Artondale, WA
Living in Houma
Over 7 years ago

I lived in Houma from 2 years of age until 61. If you love fishing, eating fried/boiled seafood, and enjoy hot humid weather, this is your town. Except for having easy  More

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Kelly · Houma, LA
Southern boredom
Over 16 years ago

Houma has absolutely nothing to  More

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Walter · Houma, LA
Climate
Over 17 years ago

Hot summers; significant hurricanes and tropical storms about once every 5  More

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