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Van Wert, OH vs Keokuk, IA

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Are people in Keokuk older or younger than people in Van Wert?
- The Median Age in Keokuk is 0.2 years younger than in Van Wert.

Are housing costs cheaper in Keokuk or Van Wert?
- Keokuk housing costs are 40.9% less expensive than Van Wert housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Keokuk or Van Wert?
- The average commute for residents of Keokuk is 2.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Van Wert.

Things to do in Van Wert?
Van Wert, OH is located in Van Wert County boasting a population around 10,400 people. Here visitors can experience unique attractions such as the Van Wert Alumni Association providing insight into the area's history perfect for an afternoon outing or take part in outdoor activities like hiking & fishing ideal for nature lovers!

Things to do in Keokuk?
Keokuk, IA sits on Mississippi River border between Iowa and Illinois boasting 16000 residents making it largest city along river there . Despite its size however Keokuk has managed to keep that small-town charm packed with historic sites from Civil War era monuments all way through old rail station from 19th century grandeur times still keeping alive today at Keokuk Union depot Museum reflecting nostalgic feelings everyone can relate too despite their age.

 Van Wert, OHKeokuk, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock9,977329,725,481
 Median Income$47,811  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$138,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.66  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Van Wert    2 Reviews

Over 1 years ago

I have lived in Van Wert my whole life and it is the most affordable place in the area maybe in Ohio with all it has for great  More

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Over 18 years ago

Small farming town, the people are very  More

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Reviews for Keokuk    3 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

Keokuk just elected a new mayor, Tom Marion, who will help bring economic growth to the city. He and his wife have dedicated thier lives to this town and are making  More

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Over 17 years ago

Pros: 1. Extremely low cost of living and housing 2. Affordable place to live Cons: 1. High crime rate 2. Very poor school system 3. Not much to do 4. It's too  More

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this town used to be seemingly perfect and now its totally blue collar trashed. When i went back to keokuk i was shocked at how misstreated it  More

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