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Patterson, CA vs Oro Valley, AZ

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Are people in Oro Valley older or younger than people in Patterson?
- The Median Age in Oro Valley is 24.1 years older than in Patterson.

Are housing costs cheaper in Oro Valley or Patterson?
- Oro Valley housing costs are 3.6% less expensive than Patterson housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Oro Valley or Patterson?
- The average commute for residents of Oro Valley is 13.4 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Patterson.

Things to do in Patterson?
Patterson, CA is an unincorporated community located in Stanislaus County. The area was once popular with miners during the California Gold Rush era but today it has become more known for its wineries. It has a population of over 700 people who are served by a very active volunteer fire department and ambulance service.

Things to do in Oro Valley?
Oro Valley, Arizona is located near Tucson making it perfect for those who look for thrill in Natural Bridge State Park Combined with some shopping spree at The Foothills Mall.

 Patterson, CAOro Valley, AZUnited States
 Population  Unlock46,515329,725,481
 Median Income$82,979  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock53.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$494,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time41.91  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Patterson    1 Reviews
Debbie · Patterson, CA
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Over 17 years ago

Weather is usually beautiful. Some rain in the winter & extremely hot in July & Aug but otherwise  More

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Reviews for Oro Valley    5 Reviews
Abhd · Tucson, AZ
Oro Valley is so much less than advertised
Over 12 years ago

Some of these reviews are so inaccurate. Rentals for a 2-bedroom are closer to $1000/mo and up if you want to live in a safer neighborhood. People here are so intolerant  More

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John · Tucson, AZ
A dry heat
Over 15 years ago

I have lived here in Oro Valley for 3.8 years -love it here. however lack of cultural diversity, water and the 100+ heat each day for 3 months a year means that i am  More

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John · Middle Island, NY
Oro Valley, AZ - great place to live
Over 15 years ago

I am a retiree from New York. I moved to Tucson two years ago. Now we are about to buy a home in Oro Valley, just north of Tucson. I love this area. The mountains  More

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