Not sure that statement is always true, but:
o Turboprops are generally less expensive, which means that they have a wider market of potential buyers. Look at aircraft like King Airs and TBM and Pilatus - all used as corporate aircraft, but also often owner flown and within the reach of the non-corporate buyer.
o Turboprops are typically much less expensive to operate. The fuel burn is much MUCH less. The insurance is much less, and that insurance usually does not require a two-person flight crew.
Basically, pure jets (Citations and on up) usually go faster, go higher (out of weather), and cost more to own and operate.
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