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Peru, IN vs Alamogordo, NM

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Are people in Alamogordo older or younger than people in Peru?
- The Median Age in Alamogordo is 2.5 years younger than in Peru.

Are housing costs cheaper in Alamogordo or Peru?
- Alamogordo housing costs are 69.3% more expensive than Peru housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Alamogordo or Peru?
- The average commute for residents of Alamogordo is 3.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Peru.

Things to do in Peru?
Peru, IN is a delightful city northeast of Kokomo home to plenty of remarkable places such as Circus City Festival exhibiting extraordinary views or Grissom Air Museum providing fun rides and tour opportunities; folks can also join in the amazing Riverfront Revival Fest showcasing culture with food and games every July.

Things to do in Alamogordo?
Alamogordo NM seats east Las Cruces which is known primarily for its unique outdoor spots like Oliver Lee Memorial State Park where hikers and picnickers find plenty of trails & breathtaking views that pair well with excellent shopping opportunities throughout town!

 Peru, INAlamogordo, NMUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,201329,725,481
 Median Income$42,668  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3938.4
 Avg. Home Price$113,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.31  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Peru    8 Reviews

Snowy cold weather like the north with inbred hillbillies like the south. This town is truly the worst of both worlds. Dumb, uneducated white trash is the norm, not the  More

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It's a small northern Indiana town. That's pretty much all you can say. I can't speak for the city schools, but my experience at Maconaquah was good, especially after  More

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Over 7 years ago

PERU IS A GREAT PLACE...NOT SO GREAT THO IF YOU ARE YOUNG AND LOOKING FOR A HIGH PAYING JOB...WE ARE ALMOST RETIRED...ITS A LAYED BACK TOWN...WITH ONE DYING EXPENSIVE  More

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Reviews for Alamogordo    14 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

I am originally from Alamogordo, and moved away about 9 years ago. We are now seriously considering on moving back to this little small town. After being away in a  More

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Over 11 years ago

The school system in Alamogordo NM is terrible. The high school here has the highest GRADS program in the state which is teen moms dual enrolled. They do no offer  More

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Over 13 years ago

I've lived in Alamogordo for two years now after living in Tacoma, Washington (too much rain, too much crime) for 20 years. Generally, it's a nice little conservative  More

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