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Urbana, IL vs Jefferson City, MO

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Are people in Jefferson City older or younger than people in Urbana?
- The Median Age in Jefferson City is 12.6 years older than in Urbana.

Are housing costs cheaper in Jefferson City or Urbana?
- Jefferson City housing costs are 34.1% more expensive than Urbana housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Jefferson City or Urbana?
- The average commute for residents of Jefferson City is 0.1 minutes longer than it is for residents of Urbana.

Things to do in Urbana?
Urbana, Illinois sits within Champaign County giving residents access to parks such as Crystal Lake Park or shopping options at Market Place Mall.

Things to do in Jefferson City?
Jefferson City, Missouri is located in Cole county providing citizens outdoor activities around Runge Conservation Nature Center and stores like Teller’s Gallery & Framing Shop.

 Urbana, ILJefferson City, MOUnited States
 Population  Unlock43,076329,725,481
 Median Income$37,701  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$159,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time15.62  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Urbana    7 Reviews

This town is horrendous. I cannot figure out why they think they are so important, as they wouldn't even exist if the college was not here. Just another worthless 40,000  More

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Over 16 years ago

Greetings: Urbana is a good college town to live but it comes with the usual dependency on the university for most of its cultural entertainment. Thankfully, it has a  More

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Over 17 years ago

Urbana really doesn't have much in the way recreation unless, your into the partying scene and even then there are only a few hangout places. Urbana is more of a  More

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Reviews for Jefferson City    7 Reviews

Over 9 years ago

Oh Jeff City is nice to look at, but absolutely nothing to do unless you're a drunk. Nightlife consists of a few dive bars and Walmart. If you want culture, see a real  More

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Over 11 years ago

I have lived here for 28 years and its the dullest place to live. Nothing exciting happens and there is nothing to do.. The only activities are Go to a movie, a bar, or  More

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Jefferson City is a nice community. Although crime is everywhere, it has picked up bc of some drugs that have moved in the area. Our police have been working diligently  More

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