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Post Falls, ID vs Helena, MT

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Are people in Helena older or younger than people in Post Falls?
- The Median Age in Helena is 5.8 years older than in Post Falls.

Are housing costs cheaper in Helena or Post Falls?
- Helena housing costs are 3.8% less expensive than Post Falls housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Helena or Post Falls?
- The average commute for residents of Helena is 8.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Post Falls.

Things to do in Post Falls?
Post Falls, ID is situated along the Spokane River providing residents with stunning views of Northern Idaho’s majestic mountain peaks. A charming city that has seen major growth over recent years, it is known for its wide range of outdoor activities such as skiing, hunting and fishing.

Things to do in Helena?
Helena MT rests near Lewis and Clark National Forest which makes it an ideal spot for outdoor activities ranging from hiking trails to skiing during winter months plus museums showcasing local history!

 Post Falls, IDHelena, MTUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,060329,725,481
 Median Income$65,592  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$457,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.91  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Post Falls    6 Reviews

In moving here I knew about the snow. Not a matter of if but how much. What I didn't know was how windy it gets and how often. I also didn't know about the dust. It's  More

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Over 6 years ago

Moved here from Seattle in 2018. Even though the population is under 40,000 it doesn't feel like small town Mayberry. The biggest mistake I see happening is the building  More

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Post Falls had great potential; too bad the city planning committee blew it! It's such a disorganized bunch of housing communities built just what looks like where ever  More

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Reviews for Helena    17 Reviews

I spent 6 months living on a ranch in the Helena valley. This was during the population boom Montana experienced after covid. Helena has some great mountain biking  More

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Over 3 years ago

We transplanted from Southern California 3 years ago and have never looked back! Living in the small unincorporated town of York Montana located in the Helena nation  More

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Over 5 years ago

I lived here for 16 years. It is a great place to grow  More

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