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South Lake Tahoe, CA vs Estes Park, CO

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Are people in Estes Park older or younger than people in South Lake Tahoe?
- The Median Age in Estes Park is 21.1 years older than in South Lake Tahoe.

Are housing costs cheaper in Estes Park or South Lake Tahoe?
- Estes Park housing costs are 3.6% less expensive than South Lake Tahoe housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Estes Park or South Lake Tahoe?
- The average commute for residents of Estes Park is 6.3 minutes longer than it is for residents of South Lake Tahoe.

Things to do in South Lake Tahoe?
South Lake Tahoe, CA lies on the California/Nevada state line at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. The area offers beautiful views of Lake Tahoe as well as skiing, snowboarding and other winter sports in nearby ski resorts such as Squaw Valley USA or Alpine Meadows Ski Resort.

Things to do in Estes Park?
Estes Park, CO is a beautiful mountain town nestled in the heart of Rocky Mountain National Park. The town is surrounded by breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks, lush forests, and crystal clear lakes. Residents enjoy a host of outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, biking and camping in the park’s rich surroundings. The quaint downtown area features unique shops and eateries that offer locally sourced and organic cuisine. Additionally, there are many cultural attractions such as art galleries, live music venues, and theater performances throughout the year. Estes Park truly offers something for everyone—it is an idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life where you can relax and enjoy nature’s beauty all around you.

 South Lake Tahoe, CAEstes Park, COUnited States
 Population  Unlock5,942329,725,481
 Median Income$57,976  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock60.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$657,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.48  Unlock26.38
Reviews for South Lake Tahoe    10 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

Pretty boring town. Very run down and seedy too. Lake is nothing special either. I much prefer the Pacific coast or even the Atlantic coast or great  More

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Seriously I don't get what the big deal about this dump is everything is grossly overpriced scenery is boring and not at all interesting very boring nothing to do very  More

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Over 5 years ago

Beautiful place to live. This site has most of the details wrong, has somehow lumped it together with Sacramento. Elevation is 6250 feet at the lake. Weather is cold in  More

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Reviews for Estes Park    10 Reviews

I have lived here for 12 years. My spouse and I have been trying to make enough money to get out of here! If you want to live in a place that's more than 25% higher to  More

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Over 13 years ago

like alot of small towns(4500) thers not alot to do especially in the  More

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There isn't a school in Drake, Colorado. They children are either bused to Estes Park or Loveland, Colorado. Drake is a small area, but the area Post Office 80515  More

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