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Tooele, UT vs Emporia, KS

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Are people in Emporia older or younger than people in Tooele?
- The Median Age in Emporia is 3.2 years younger than in Tooele.

Are housing costs cheaper in Emporia or Tooele?
- Emporia housing costs are 64.5% less expensive than Tooele housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Emporia or Tooele?
- The average commute for residents of Emporia is 14.1 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Tooele.

Things to do in Tooele?
Tooele UTis found at the baseof Oquirrh mountains only 36 miles southwest from Salt Lake City There it stands as gateway point between metro area downtown life and scenic mountain adventures in rugged Utah terrain

Things to do in Emporia?
Emporia, KS is a vibrant city located in Lyon County. With an estimated population of 24,000 people, Emporia has something special for everyone. From outdoor activities like walking trails and disc golf to cultural attractions like the David Traylor Zoo–there's always something new to explore in this lively city. Residents also benefit from easy access to quality public and private schools as well as excellent healthcare facilities. Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation—Emporia has something special for everyone!

 Tooele, UTEmporia, KSUnited States
 Population  Unlock24,220329,725,481
 Median Income$76,618  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock2938.4
 Avg. Home Price$387,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time28.3  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Tooele    5 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

I've lived in Utah all of my life, and in Tooele for 10 years. The traffic is worse than Salt Lake City. Average commute to downtown SLC used to be about 40 minutes.   More

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Over 10 years ago

I've lived in Utah for about 18 years now. It has become my home. I love raising my children here. I never thought that I would like living in Utah, as a matter of fact  More

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Over 15 years ago

We moved here because of my parents. We were not sure if we would even like it. Three years later, we're still here & wouldn't move if you paid us. Tooele HAS very  More

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Reviews for Emporia    3 Reviews

I hated Emporia when we first moved here 7 years ago, but have since grown to love it. At first I thought there was nothing to do, but the community has a lot to offer  More

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Over 17 years ago

In emporia there is serval very good churches to pick from so u can find a good church home  More

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Over 17 years ago

Pros: 1. Low crime rate 2. Low cost of living and housing 3. Affordable place to live Cons: 1. Bad weather 2. Poor school system 3. High unemployment 4. Not  More

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