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Billerica, MA vs State College, PA

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Are people in State College older or younger than people in Billerica?
- The Median Age in State College is 21.5 years younger than in Billerica.

Are housing costs cheaper in State College or Billerica?
- State College housing costs are 36.3% less expensive than Billerica housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, State College or Billerica?
- The average commute for residents of State College is 12.8 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 State College?
State College, Pennsylvania sits within Centre county featuring numerous parks combined with stores like Nittany Mall while also having local restaurants like Big Bowl Noodle House.

 Billerica, MAState College, PAUnited States
 Population  Unlock40,352329,725,481
 Median Income$121,936  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock21.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$558,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.0%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 State College    27 Reviews

I relocated to State College about 30 years ago. We hadn’t planned to stay this long, but life here is “easy”. Outdoor activities are ample. There are many beautiful  More

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State College is a small "safe" town, you will always see friends, coworkers, physicians, mechanics, supervisors...at the doctor's office, in the store, near your home,  More

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Over 15 years ago

I lived in State College, PA all my life untill 2006 when we finally moved south where it was warmer. State College itself is a fun place to be when it comes to football  More

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