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Amherst, NH vs Ipswich, MA

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Are people in Ipswich older or younger than people in Amherst?
- The Median Age in Ipswich is 1.8 years older than in Amherst.

Are housing costs cheaper in Ipswich or Amherst?
- Ipswich housing costs are 30.8% more expensive than Amherst housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Ipswich or Amherst?
- The average commute for residents of Ipswich is 3.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Amherst.

Things to do in Amherst?
Amherst, NH is a delightful city northeast of Manchester home to plenty of remarkable places such as Amherst Historical Society & Museum exhibiting extraordinary views or Broad Brook Opera House providing fun rides and tour opportunities; folks can also join in the amazing Annual Townwide Yard Sale showcasing culture with food and games every June.

Things to do in Ipswich?
Ipswich MA is an old seaside village northeast of Boston known for its scenic beaches like Crane Beach where visitors can play volleyball, explore tide pools or build sand castles all while surrounded by historic houses standing since 1800’s when exploring downtown Ipswich which also contains churches built before 1638.

 Amherst, NHIpswich, MAUnited States
 Population  Unlock13,740329,725,481
 Median Income$141,424  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock48.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$545,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time33.47  Unlock26.38
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