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Wichita, KS vs Springfield, MO

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Highlights
- Job Growth in Springfield has been positive.
- Springfield has 2.0% more unemployment than Wichita.
- Springfield job growth has increased by 6.7% in the past 10 years.
 Wichita, KSSpringfield, MOUnited States
 Current Unemployment5.9%3.9%6.0%
 Future Job Growth24.3%28.7%33.5%
 Recent Job Growth-4.0%-2.7%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-0.9%-0.6%-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth-1.3%-0.7%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth0.3%6.7%6.3%
Reviews for Wichita    59 Reviews

Grew up there in the 80s and moving back. It's very true about the feel-good blue skies and the friendliness of the communities. Wichita is perfect for those who want  More

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My comparison is to living in AZ, CO, NE & WY. Wichita is a nice city with a lot to do. It has history, art, live music, breweries, plenty of biking and walking trails.  More

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Over 4 years ago

I lived in Wichita for several years and it was a great place to live, low crime for such a large city. Very diverse, lots to do, plenty of jobs and beautiful  More

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Reviews for Springfield    74 Reviews

Over 1 years ago

For a town of 165,000 we have entertainment options far above similar sized communities. Pro Baseball, Bass Pro, Hammons Hall. Art Museums, Wonders of Wildlife  More

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We're somewhat new to this area... having recently moved from AZ. We find the residents are more polite and generally much nicer here. Residents actually have a  More

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Over 3 years ago

So much wrong in this town I don't know where to start. Apparently, all the a$$ holes of the state circle over Springfield. The do-nothing cops are worthless, as is the  More

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