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Binghamton, NY vs Peekskill, NY

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Highlights
Are people in Peekskill older or younger than people in Binghamton?
- The Median Age in Peekskill is 4.7 years older than in Binghamton.

Are housing costs cheaper in Peekskill or Binghamton?
- Peekskill housing costs are 218.7% more expensive than Binghamton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Peekskill or Binghamton?
- The average commute for residents of Peekskill is 20.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Binghamton.

Things to do in Binghamton?
Binghamton, New York is located in Broome County and stands out for its entertainment options such as the Forum Theater or Kopernik Planetarium plus access to nearby Chenango River.

Things to do in Peekskill?
Peekskill, NY is a vibrant city full of art, history, culture and natural beauty situated along the beautiful Hudson River on the outskirts of New York City's metropolitan area. It offers arts & cultural attractions like the Paramount Hudson Valley Theater along with an array of dining options from casual eateries to upscale restaurants sure to please even the pickiest palate. Peekskill also boasts outstanding parks and recreational facilities as well as a buzzing nightlife with plenty of bars and clubs throughout the city. Additionally, commute times into New York City are surprisingly easy and affordable making it possible for residents to take advantage of all that Manhattan has to offer without having to live directly in the city.

 Binghamton, NYPeekskill, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock25,304329,725,481
 Median Income$39,012  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$127,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.96  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Binghamton    29 Reviews

Marg · 

Very cool place with loads of popular restaurants (some award winning), hiking, winter activities/sports, fishing, boating, central location -making it SO EASY for  More

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Over 4 years ago

I can't understand the strong negativity, at least not totally. I have been here for a while now and have been (years ago). Back in the big recession there were some  More

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Over 4 years ago

I've lived in this area my whole life-all 23 years of it. Even in my lifetime about half the businesses I remember are now boarded up often with no replacements. So many  More

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Reviews for Peekskill    1 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

Peekskill has so much to offer, especially the east side, where you enjoy the amenities of suburban living with nearby towns like Cortlandt but with the lower taxes and  More

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