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Yakima, WA vs Grants Pass, OR

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Is it cheaper to live in Grants Pass or is it cheaper to live in Yakima?
- Grants Pass is 11.3% more expensive than Yakima.

Which city has more affordable housing, Grants Pass or Yakima?
- Grants Pass housing costs are 28.7% more expensive than Yakima housing costs.

Is Health Care more affordable in Yakima or is Health Care more affordable in Grants Pass.
- Health related expenses are 16.8% more in Grants Pass.
 Yakima, WAGrants Pass, ORUnited States
 Overall  Unlock102.5100
 Food & Groceries98.9  Unlock100
 Health  Unlock101.5100
 Housing99.5  Unlock100
 Median Home Cost  Unlock$376,500$338,100
 Utilities83  Unlock100
 Transportation  Unlock71.6100
 Miscellaneous101.9  Unlock100
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Yakima    12 Reviews

Over 6 years ago

Overall we've enjoyed our stay in Yakima after several years and plan on being here for several more, at least. The spring and summer here are just unreal compared to  More

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Over 9 years ago

I may be relocating to Yakima, WA for a professional position at a local university. I have never lived in this part of the country as I am from the East Coast. I have  More

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Yakima is situated in the high desert, eastern elevations of the Cascade Mountain Range. Coming from the humid, eastern parts of the country, I was amazed at how  More

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Reviews for Grants Pass    27 Reviews

Just like any place, Grants Pass, Oregon has it's share of pros and cons. Pros:-Perfect location. The coast, the Redwoods, Crater Lake, the Oregon Caves, etc. are all  More

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I moved here bacause my wife wanted to be closer to my retired mother. Were it not for that GP would be in the rear view mirror. Grant Pass may be great if you are  More

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Beautiful town close to beaches, rivers, boat festival, trees, crystal clear water, parks, schools and teachers are the best! A great town to raise a family. Nice  More

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