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Spanaway, WA vs Walla Walla, WA

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Are people in Walla Walla older or younger than people in Spanaway?
- The Median Age in Walla Walla is 4.8 years older than in Spanaway.

Are housing costs cheaper in Walla Walla or Spanaway?
- Walla Walla housing costs are 20.1% less expensive than Spanaway housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Walla Walla or Spanaway?
- The average commute for residents of Walla Walla is 20.2 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 Walla Walla?
Walla Walla WA is situated between the Blue Mountains and Columbia River Filled with historical sites, great restaurants, and museums as well as plenty of exciting nightlife options or wineries available for wine lovers.

 Spanaway, WAWalla Walla, WAUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,765329,725,481
 Median Income$81,018  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$468,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.8%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 Walla Walla    10 Reviews

The saying is Walla Walla-the town so nice they named it twice!! Thats about it. Oh and if there's anything you learn about living here, and leave. Much like a  More

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While I was born and raised here, I have subsequently lived in the Portland and Seattle areas. We chose to retire in Walla Walla as the cost of living is far more  More

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Over 6 years ago

Extreme gentrification in progress. Best place for white people who are retired, or professional families living on one income, or those in the wine industry. This is a  More

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