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Alden, NY vs Elma, NY

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Are people in Elma older or younger than people in Alden?
- The Median Age in Elma is 3.5 years older than in Alden.

Are housing costs cheaper in Elma or Alden?
- Elma housing costs are 44.1% more expensive than Alden housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Elma or Alden?
- The average commute for residents of Elma is 3.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Alden.

Things to do in Alden?
Alden, NY sits along Erie County's southern border east from Buffalo surrounded by lush green countryside farmland wineries parks & trails perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who love bird-watching horseback riding fishing or kayaking within this peaceful setting providing plenty of relaxation and recreational opportunities!

Things to do in Elma?
Elma, NY is a pleasant village southwest of Buffalo with plenty of remarkable attractions such as Chestnut Ridge Park offering its distinctive environment or American Birchbark Canoe Company perfect for exploring; people can also join in the wonderful Dutch Days Festival emphasizing traditional music each July.

 Alden, NYElma, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock11,658329,725,481
 Median Income$75,028  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock44.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$289,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.99  Unlock26.38
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