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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Prairie Village, KS vs Junction City, KS

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Are people in Junction City older or younger than people in Prairie Village?
- The Median Age in Junction City is 11.2 years younger than in Prairie Village.

Are housing costs cheaper in Junction City or Prairie Village?
- Junction City housing costs are 60.1% less expensive than Prairie Village housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Junction City or Prairie Village?
- The average commute for residents of Junction City is 3.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Prairie Village.

Things to do in Prairie Village?
Prairie Village, KS is a city located in Johnson County with a population of almost 3,000 people. Named for its nearby prairies, the community offers lots of activities like golfing at Falcon Valley Golf Club and shopping at the Village Shops. Other attractions include the Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead and the Museum at Prairiefire.

Things to do in Junction City?
Junction City, KS is located in Geary county in northeast Kansas along the Republican river with easy access to Topeka and Fort Riley military base nearby.

 Prairie Village, KSJunction City, KSUnited States
 Population  Unlock23,033329,725,481
 Median Income$92,753  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock28.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$399,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.21  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Prairie Village    2 Reviews
deanna · Prairie Village, KS
Great place to live!!!
Over 15 years ago

I must admit - I am spoiled! Prairie Village, Kansas is such a wonderful place to live, we call it Perfect Village - and do so proudly! Not only is it a peaceful  More

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Ryan · Overland Park, KS
Satisfyingly Simple
Over 17 years ago

Prairie Village is predominately an older community built in the late 50's early 60's. However, over the past few years several modifications, renovations, and  More

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Reviews for Junction City    4 Reviews
Michele · Junction City, KS
Small Military Town
Over 7 years ago

I moved to JC in 2009 because the government made me. Husband was active duty army. We brought two children with us. At the time they were high school and elementary  More

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Sonia · Junction City, KS
JC
Over 15 years ago

Having a univeristy in your backyard and the Military  More

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Clint · Barry, IL
Junction City - Pros/Cons
Over 17 years ago

Pros: 1. Low cost of living and housing 2. Affordable place to live 3. Home to Fort Riley Military Reservation Cons: 1. High crime rate 2. Poor school system 3.  More

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