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Amherst, NH vs Newburyport, MA

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Are people in Newburyport older or younger than people in Amherst?
- The Median Age in Newburyport is 0.3 years younger than in Amherst.

Are housing costs cheaper in Newburyport or Amherst?
- Newburyport housing costs are 37.4% more expensive than Amherst housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Newburyport or Amherst?
- The average commute for residents of Newburyport is 2.3 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 Newburyport?
Newburyport is situated along the Merrimack river in Essex County Massachusetts near Boston. This popular destination offers plenty of cultural activities such as antique shopping along Market Square plus boating tours departing from Old Harbor Boat House . Newburyport also has some great beaches perfect for swimming or soaking up some sun during summers!

 Amherst, NHNewburyport, MAUnited States
 Population  Unlock18,282329,725,481
 Median Income$141,424  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock46.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$545,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time33.47  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Newburyport    7 Reviews

Newburyport has all four seasons that are fair and great. Spring and Fall is very nice in the Port! Summer can be very hot as much as I dislike it, but I always go  More

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Over 15 years ago

I was born and raised in Newburyport,I have moved away several times but always seem to end up back here since I have kids and my entire family still lives here and  More

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Over 16 years ago

Newburyport Nightlife I love this city. I lived in Europe for 18 years, and when I came back to live in New England, I briefly lived in my home town of Winchester  More

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