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Spanaway, WA vs Pullman, WA

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Are people in Pullman older or younger than people in Spanaway?
- The Median Age in Pullman is 9.2 years younger than in Spanaway.

Are housing costs cheaper in Pullman or Spanaway?
- Pullman housing costs are 13.2% less expensive than Spanaway housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Pullman or Spanaway?
- The average commute for residents of Pullman is 23.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Spanaway.

Things to do in Spanaway?
Spanaway WA offers peaceful living just outside Tacoma boasting rich wildlife areas along Spanaway Lake that provide ample opportunities for fishing and canoeing.

Things to do in Pullman?
Pullman WA bustling college town nestled Palouse scenic southeastern part state home Washington State University prestigious educational institution many scientific research facilities

 Spanaway, WAPullman, WAUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,968329,725,481
 Median Income$81,018  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock22.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$468,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time34.99  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Spanaway    6 Reviews

I have been living in Spanaway since 1973 ... over the years I’ve seen its ups and downs ... and lately its been down. This is due, in large part, to the immigrants from  More

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I picked up my daughter from SeaTac last night around midnight and mentally prepared to make our way south through the detours of the train derailment in Dupont. We  More

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One of the most beautiful places to live. However, it is very far away from my family and it does not get hot enough for me in the summer. The rain and winter darkness  More

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Reviews for Pullman    9 Reviews

I came to Pullman in 2014 as a student, and I've been here since. I bought a house here this year and like many other places, there's a lot of crappy overpriced homes.  More

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Over 16 years ago

Rural area--great schools, climate, relaxed, Idaho next door--need I say  More

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Over 16 years ago

If you want to live in the big city then Pullman is not for you. However, if you like sunshine, fresh air, no traffic, friendly people, beautiful scenery, low crime,  More

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