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Annapolis, MD vs Sterling, VA

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Are people in Sterling older or younger than people in Annapolis?
- The Median Age in Sterling is 3.1 years younger than in Annapolis.

Are housing costs cheaper in Sterling or Annapolis?
- Sterling housing costs are 3.3% more expensive than Annapolis housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Sterling or Annapolis?
- The average commute for residents of Sterling is 0.1 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Annapolis.

Things to do in Annapolis?
Annapolis, Maryland is situated in Anne Arundel County giving visitors leisure areas such as Quiet Waters Park while also having restaurants like The Boatyard Bar & Grill plus entertainment opportunities at Annapolis Towne Centre.

Things to do in Sterling?
Sterling, VA is a bustling community located in the heart of Loudon County, just outside of Washington DC. It's known for its charming downtown area with top-tier dining and shopping options. The town also features plenty of parks and recreational activities to enjoy, such as horseback riding and fishing at nearby Algonkian Regional Park.

 Annapolis, MDSterling, VAUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,202329,725,481
 Median Income$92,026  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$552,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.45  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Annapolis    31 Reviews
Phil · Marlboro Village, MD
Areas of historic charm surrounded by ugly sprawl.
Over 3 years ago

Annapolis has extremely charming areas (mostly old Annapolis neighborhood's)-- Those very old area near the water have Amazing charm. You can start with downtown West  More

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Mike · Annapolis, MD
Has its charms but a bit noisy and expensive
Over 5 years ago

Well, I really would give living in Annapolis 3.5 stars. I moved here by myself several years ago. One of the highs of this place is that there are a lot of terrific  More

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Samira · Wilmington, NC
Enjoyed Annapolis- But Chose Another City
Over 6 years ago

When we were trying to decide where in the USA to relocate to, Annapolis had enough interest that it made our list. Ultimately, we found a different city that offered  More

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