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Beaufort, SC vs Hoover, AL

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Are people in Hoover older or younger than people in Beaufort?
- The Median Age in Hoover is 3.4 years older than in Beaufort.

Are housing costs cheaper in Hoover or Beaufort?
- Hoover housing costs are 10.8% more expensive than Beaufort housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Hoover or Beaufort?
- The average commute for residents of Hoover is 5.8 minutes longer than it is for residents of Beaufort.

Things to do in Beaufort?
Beaufort, SC is an attractive city east of Savannah home to numerous wonderful sights including Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park exhibiting tranquil beaches or Beaufort History Museum showcasing many artifacts; they organize vibrant events like Gullah Festival each spring.

Things to do in Hoover?
Hoover, Alabama is a bustling suburb just south of Birmingham known for its modern shopping centers and various outlets.

 Beaufort, SCHoover, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock91,371329,725,481
 Median Income$53,653  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$344,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock1.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.31  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Beaufort    17 Reviews

Over 8 years ago

My husband and I moved here a year and a half ago. We have already made more friends here, than we had in other places we have lived. Most of our neighbors are from  More

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This place is exactly what you'd expect for a small town. Great for old people who like a slow lifestyle of fishing and pig pickings. Horrible for young people --  More

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We are relocating to the area and I am wondering about the elementary school special needs programs. I will i appreciate any  More

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Reviews for Hoover    3 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

Hoover is in central Alabama and is a suburb of Birmigham. It has a mild four season climate wellsuited to nature lovers, golfers, and  More

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Over 19 years ago

Hoover, Alabama has a wide range of home buying opportunities. A huge plus is the up and coming TND community at The Preserve. The homes in this quaint neighborhood  More

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Over 20 years ago

Good municipal facilities (City Recreation Center, great library, good police and fire protection). Good schools (especially for Alabama). Traffic is heavy at  More

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