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Bedford, MA vs Fort Myers, FL

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Are people in Fort Myers older or younger than people in Bedford?
- The Median Age in Fort Myers is 2.9 years younger than in Bedford.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fort Myers or Bedford?
- Fort Myers housing costs are 59.9% less expensive than Bedford housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fort Myers or Bedford?
- The average commute for residents of Fort Myers is 2.1 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Bedford.

Things to do in Bedford?
Bedford, MA is a small town filled with historical buildings from the 17th century such as Old Burying Grounds or Middlesex Canal Museum & Visitors Center which showcases a full-scale replica of an old canal boat. Besides its rich history there are also plenty of outdoor activities available at local park including Bedford Farms Ice Cream stand open during spring and summer months serving delicious frozen treats perfect for any hot day.

Things to do in Fort Myers?
Fort Myers, Florida is located in the Southwest corner of the state and offers a wide variety of attractions ranging from historical sites like the Edison & Ford Winter Estates to beautiful beaches such as Lovers Key State Park.

 Bedford, MAFort Myers, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock84,694329,725,481
 Median Income$140,647  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$870,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.93  Unlock26.38
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I've lived here for most of my 30 years. I'm moving my family away in a few months. Here are the reasons: Climate- it's hot. Unbearably hot. And it's going to get  More

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I can't wait for all the replies especially from people that are from Florida or from up North that had to deal with extreme ice and snow. But I can honestly say in the  More

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I've lived in SW Florida on & off for most of my life. When my family first came here over 40 years ago the waterways teemed with fish & wildlife and the beaches,  More

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