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Shelby, NC vs Benton, AR

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Are people in Benton older or younger than people in Shelby?
- The Median Age in Benton is 8.5 years younger than in Shelby.

Are housing costs cheaper in Benton or Shelby?
- Benton housing costs are 27.1% more expensive than Shelby housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Benton or Shelby?
- The average commute for residents of Benton is 4.0 minutes longer than it is for residents of Shelby.

Things to do in Shelby?
Shelby, NC is a pleasant village south of Kings Mountain featuring several spectacular spots such as Lake Wylie perfect for exploring or Crowders Mountain ideal for recreational activities; locals gather yearly at the remarkable FallFest celebrating local culture with music and art.

Things to do in Benton?
Benton, Arkansas lies within Saline County giving people a variety of culture attractions ranging from Saline Crossing to I-30 Speedway combined with stores like Benton Town Center Shopping Center and local food spots like Ella Hill BBQ.

 Shelby, NCBenton, ARUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,746329,725,481
 Median Income$41,565  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$156,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.33  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Shelby    1 Reviews

Over 19 years ago

Not likely you'll settle here out of chance, a job will likely bring you here. I have lived in the Shelby area for the past ten years and have seen an explosion of  More

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Reviews for Benton    4 Reviews

Over 12 years ago

Benton is a great place to live and raise a family. Before you give the previous review too much credibility, you might want to consider another perspective. I've  More

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Over 12 years ago

Benton, and Arkansas in general, is a pretty backwards place. I have lived here all my life and these are a few of the things I've learned. People here are extremely  More

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Over 12 years ago

Benton, and Arkansas in general, is a pretty backwards place. I have lived here all my life and these are a few of the things I've learned. People here are  More

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