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Billerica, MA vs Silver Spring, MD

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Are people in Silver Spring older or younger than people in Billerica?
- The Median Age in Silver Spring is 8.5 years younger than in Billerica.

Are housing costs cheaper in Silver Spring or Billerica?
- Silver Spring housing costs are 2.8% less expensive than Billerica housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Silver Spring or Billerica?
- The average commute for residents of Silver Spring is 5.7 minutes longer 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 Silver Spring?
Silver Spring, Maryland lies in Montgomery County and provides locals and visitors alike with a host of attractions such as the AFI Silver Theatre & Cultural Center or Discovery Communications Headquarters.

 Billerica, MASilver Spring, MDUnited States
 Population  Unlock82,472329,725,481
 Median Income$121,936  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$558,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.7%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 Silver Spring    18 Reviews

Growing up in Silver Spring, my family and I have been residents for the better part of 25 years. Although some of the development has been great (Discovery Channel, new  More

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What a delightful school! The first time we drove up to the school, our first impression was of the charming shaded playground with wooden structures and surrounding  More

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What a delightful school! The first time we drove up to the school, our first impression was of the charming shaded playground with wooden structures and surrounding  More

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