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Savage, MN vs Red Wing, MN

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Are people in Red Wing older or younger than people in Savage?
- The Median Age in Red Wing is 5.3 years older than in Savage.

Are housing costs cheaper in Red Wing or Savage?
- Red Wing housing costs are 36.0% less expensive than Savage housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Red Wing or Savage?
- The average commute for residents of Red Wing is 5.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Savage.

Things to do in Savage?
Savage MN can be found south Minneapolis full of natural spots perfect for bird watching or simply enjoying some peace & tranquility amidst stunning scenery near Minnesota river alongside private gardens, art galleries & breweries.

Things to do in Red Wing?
Red Wing is a thriving rural community located atop bluffs overlooking Mississippi River offering numerous amenities like museums, music venues and art galleries while giving visitors beautiful vistas from Garvin Heights lookout point or plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities with boating at Bay Point Park & Marina among them.

 Savage, MNRed Wing, MNUnited States
 Population  Unlock16,596329,725,481
 Median Income$115,574  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$392,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.43  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Savage    2 Reviews

Over 13 years ago

I like this metro area---most of the time. Lived here the last 30 years. I've been to 48 of the US States and to many foreign Countries. Is Minneapolis the best?   More

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We have lived in Savage, MN for 1 1/2 years now. We love how close we are to everything we need. Quick access to freeways and jobs. Drive time is nothing, which means  More

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Reviews for Red Wing    6 Reviews

Red Wing is a small town located equidistant between the Twin Cities and Rochester and is situated on the Mississippi river. Much of the big city culture of Minneapolis  More

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Over 12 years ago

Red Wing is a pretty town along the river. It does have some things outsiders need to be aware of if you take the plunge. The town is OLD, as in the citizens. If  More

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Over 17 years ago

It's a very nice town on the Missippi but too cold in winter---hot & humid in summer but a great spring & fall. If you like the changing seasons, it's ideal.  More

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