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Bangor, ME vs Houma, LA

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Are people in Houma older or younger than people in Bangor?
- The Median Age in Houma is 2.7 years younger than in Bangor.

Are housing costs cheaper in Houma or Bangor?
- Houma housing costs are 31.5% less expensive than Bangor housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Houma or Bangor?
- The average commute for residents of Houma is 5.9 minutes longer than it is for residents of Bangor.

Things to do in Bangor?
Bangor ME seats northeast Portland renowned chiefly for its numerous sights like Penobscot Tower making it ideal destination for hikers due to its easy access trails plus offering plenty of chances to unwind with fine dining & theater performances.

Things to do in Houma?
Houma LA lies just south Louisiana offering easy access to Grand Isle State Park perfect for camping near one the area’s most scenic locations plus a selection of seasonal festivals like Mardi Gras & Cajun Music Festival providing entertainment for all ages.

 Bangor, MEHouma, LAUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,461329,725,481
 Median Income$49,652  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$237,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time15.95  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Bangor    14 Reviews
Denise · Bangor, ME
Best place I've ever lived
Over 6 years ago

I have lived just outside of Bangor for four years. I came from the Seattle area and have lived in several states. I love it here. I have found people to be very  More

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Chase · Bangor, ME
A Very Sad Place With A Negative Outlook.
Over 6 years ago

I have never lived anyplace and been as much of an outcast and a social pariah as I have been in Bangor ME. I have lived here for 4yrs. and have been met with contempt  More

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d · Bangor, ME
BANGOR MAINE ATROCIOUS
Over 7 years ago

DONT'E WAS BULLIED BY SPECIFIC INDIVIDUALS IN SCHOOL AND WAS BULLIED BY NUMEROUS TEACHERS THROUGHOUT HIS SCHOOL YEARS IN THE BANGOR SCHOOL  More

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Reviews for Houma    4 Reviews
Bryan · Artondale, WA
Living in Houma
Over 7 years ago

I lived in Houma from 2 years of age until 61. If you love fishing, eating fried/boiled seafood, and enjoy hot humid weather, this is your town. Except for having easy  More

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Kelly · Houma, LA
Southern boredom
Over 16 years ago

Houma has absolutely nothing to  More

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Walter · Houma, LA
Climate
Over 17 years ago

Hot summers; significant hurricanes and tropical storms about once every 5  More

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