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Altoona, PA vs Fairborn, OH

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Are people in Fairborn older or younger than people in Altoona?
- The Median Age in Fairborn is 4.7 years younger than in Altoona.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fairborn or Altoona?
- Fairborn housing costs are 33.8% more expensive than Altoona housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fairborn or Altoona?
- The average commute for residents of Fairborn is 2.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Altoona.

Things to do in Altoona?
Altoona, Pennsylvania lies within Blair County giving visitors access to Adventure Lagoon Water Park or Baker Mansion plus multiple restaurants like Chewy's Pizza & Wings Bar & Grill

Things to do in Fairborn?
Fairborn OH lies south of Dayton featuring several scenic parks as well as numerous historical attractions including Wright Patterson Air Force Base.

 Altoona, PAFairborn, OHUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,398329,725,481
 Median Income$46,010  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$119,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.96  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Altoona    11 Reviews

Sun rises and sets over 2000+ ft. mountains, which does seem to shorten your summer days. It gets hot and humid in the summer, with not a lot of wind or airflow,  More

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Over 5 years ago

Though the climate in Altoona is cold in the Winter, it does often get less snow than Western Pennsylvania because of the Allegheny Front mountain range just to the west  More

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I grew up in Hollidaysburg near Altoona. The city has had its ups and downs throughout the years but all in all I think that central PA has the most beautiful scenery  More

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Reviews for Fairborn    1 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

One of the best places to live; it's affordable and has a great atmosphere. You will be pleased to meet friendly and outgoing people. Awesome location with lots to do  More

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