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Show Low, AZ vs Helena, MT

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Are people in Helena older or younger than people in Show Low?
- The Median Age in Helena is 1.4 years younger than in Show Low.

Are housing costs cheaper in Helena or Show Low?
- Helena housing costs are 10.6% more expensive than Show Low housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Helena or Show Low?
- The average commute for residents of Helena is 4.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Show Low.

Things to do in Show Low?
Show Low, AZ is an inviting town east of Flagstaff providing numerous delightful attractions such as Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area displaying its distinctive environment or Show Low City Park perfect for outdoor activities; locals gather yearly at their spectacular White Mountain Nature Festival with music and art each May.

Things to do in Helena?
Helena MT rests near Lewis and Clark National Forest which makes it an ideal spot for outdoor activities ranging from hiking trails to skiing during winter months plus museums showcasing local history!

 Show Low, AZHelena, MTUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,060329,725,481
 Median Income$53,569  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$397,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.48  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Show Low    17 Reviews

Moved to maricopa az from Oregon because we Retired last year. Looked at all places in az to buy property. Found a piece if paradise land in white mountains az for cheep  More

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Over 4 years ago

We are so happy to live in Show Low where the outdoors is so beautiful and the people so kind. You could not find nicer neighbors. We are humble people who moved to  More

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I have had a few properties in the show low area that I have bought and sold because they did not work for me. I've met some very nice and helpful people. I work out of  More

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Reviews for Helena    17 Reviews

I spent 6 months living on a ranch in the Helena valley. This was during the population boom Montana experienced after covid. Helena has some great mountain biking  More

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Over 3 years ago

We transplanted from Southern California 3 years ago and have never looked back! Living in the small unincorporated town of York Montana located in the Helena nation  More

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Over 5 years ago

I lived here for 16 years. It is a great place to grow  More

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