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Salem, VA vs Indianola, IA

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 Salem, VAIndianola, IAUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock36.138.1
 Snowfall15.5  Unlock27.8
 Precipitation Days121.4104.2106.2
 Sunny210  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock84.985.8
 Avg. Jan. Low26.1  Unlock21.7
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock6.97
 UV Index4.7  Unlock4.3
 Elevation ft.10669712443
Reviews for Salem    4 Reviews

Over 10 years ago

I am looking for property in  More

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Over 11 years ago

When we moved from Glen Allen VA to Salem I had read on here that cost of living including housing was cheaper. Housing is less unless you want a house bigger than 1300  More

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Over 15 years ago

Salem is a lovely town surrounded by the beauty of the Blue Ridge mountains. Spring, Summer and Fall is exceptionally beautiful with moderate climate and lots of  More

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Reviews for Indianola    1 Reviews

I have lived in Indianola over 10 years. The community is growing, friendly and homes/yards are mostly well-kept. We feel generally safe here. Schools are a priority  More

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