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Kinston, NC vs Wilkes-Barre, PA

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Highlights
- Job Growth in Wilkes-Barre has been positive.
- Wilkes-Barre has 5.2% less unemployment than Kinston.
- Wilkes-Barre job growth has increased by 3.1% in the past 10 years.
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 Kinston, NCWilkes-Barre, PAUnited States
 Current Unemployment6.9%12.1%6.0%
 Future Job Growth28.2%22.9%33.5%
 Recent Job Growth-4.7%-6.1%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-3.8%-6.1%-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth-2.8%-5.3%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth6.9%-3.1%6.3%

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Reviews for Kinston    4 Reviews
Anita · Avondale, AZ
Hidden among the churches
Over 6 years ago

I moved to Kinston, NC for retirement. Purchased a house from the auction held by the court. As a person of color, I was unable to obtain an attorney, while I was sued  More

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Ben  · Durham, NC
A Great Town of New Opportunity 2014
Over 10 years ago

I'm moving my business and family with 2 young children to Kinston in March from Chapel Hill/Durham. Kinston is really nice with a great new restaurants, close proximity  More

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Lee · Wilton, NH
House hunting
Over 12 years ago

hello! I recently visted parts of North Carolina and was amazed! I loved the people and the helpful tips from townies. I saw some amazing houses, in Kinston.   More

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Reviews for Wilkes-Barre    2 Reviews
Lynn · Kingston, PA
Born and raised
Over 4 years ago

I had the privilege of being born and raised here in Wilkes-Barre. Unfortunately, the town has deteriorated tremendously. I shall list pros vs.  More

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michael · Willington, CT
Former King's Student
Over 17 years ago

Wilkes-Barre was a wonderful place to go to college. With two schools near each other (King's College and Wilkes College) the atmosphere was exciting. The city of itself  More

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28504 28501
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18702 18705 18701
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