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Prescott, AZ vs Fort Payne, AL

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Are people in Fort Payne older or younger than people in Prescott?
- The Median Age in Fort Payne is 20.7 years younger than in Prescott.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fort Payne or Prescott?
- Fort Payne housing costs are 70.3% less expensive than Prescott housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fort Payne or Prescott?
- The average commute for residents of Fort Payne is 1.9 minutes longer than it is for residents of Prescott.

Things to do in Prescott?
Prescott, Arizona is situated in Yavapai County providing visitors access to leisure areas such as Watson Lake Park combined with local restaurants like Bill’s Pizza & Pub.

Things to do in Fort Payne?
Fort Payne, AL is an old industrial city found northeast of Birmingham boasting one of the most impressive waterfalls in the US - Little River Canyon National Preserve - home to over 20 miles of trails perfect for outdoor lovers that want to hike or even go whitewater rafting while taking in all the beauty this natural wonder has to offer.

 Prescott, AZFort Payne, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock14,730329,725,481
 Median Income$61,090  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$573,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.98  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Prescott    63 Reviews

Prescott is beautiful. The climate is wonderful (a bit hot in summer). The people are very unfriendly. I am conservative and have lived all over the country. The people  More

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I've lived here for 11 years and love the small town feel, perfect weather and great mountain biking. I am a medical professional in the area and am providing this as I  More

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Over 4 years ago

Yes, there is music here. We have a downtown with a courthouse area and yard where bands and singers perform. Also restaurants/saloons in Whiskey Row. The weather is  More

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Reviews for Fort Payne    2 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

Slow paced, pretty topography, close to  More

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Over 12 years ago

great place to live. people are friendly once they get to know you. very tight knit community. low crime, great weather. no employment. awesome beauty! relocated from  More

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