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Billerica, MA vs Salem, NH

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Are people in Salem older or younger than people in Billerica?
- The Median Age in Salem is 1.4 years older than in Billerica.

Are housing costs cheaper in Salem or Billerica?
- Salem housing costs are 7.3% less expensive than Billerica housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Salem or Billerica?
- The average commute for residents of Salem is 0.5 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Billerica.

Things to do in Billerica?
Billerica, Massachusetts lies in Middlesex county and offers its visitors attractions ranging from Peddocks Island State Reservation to Billerica Flea Market or recreational activities like Minute Man Airfield.

Things to do in Salem?
Salem, NH is situated in Rockingham County and provides its citizens easy access to Boston while still enjoying the small-town atmosphere of this safe place with cafes, theaters and shops.

 Billerica, MASalem, NHUnited States
 Population  Unlock30,158329,725,481
 Median Income$121,936  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock44.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$558,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time29.18  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Billerica    4 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

I'm really not complaining about living here. My husband and I are retired and I think the cost of living is higher here than many other places. We are trying to agree  More

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Over 16 years ago

Having lived in 3rd world countries in South America I can tell you that the entire area is headed in the same direction. Congestion is increasing, traffic is getting  More

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Over 16 years ago

Having lived in 3rd world countries down in South America I can honestly say that the entire area is headed in the same direction. Congestion is increasing, traffic is  More

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Reviews for Salem    1 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

The cost of living is not bad, but the rents are high, and so are the tax's. Crime is very low and what crime does exist is usually perpertrated by non-residents and out  More

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