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Brunswick, ME vs Seaside, CA

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Are people in Seaside older or younger than people in Brunswick?
- The Median Age in Seaside is 8.9 years younger than in Brunswick.

Are housing costs cheaper in Seaside or Brunswick?
- Seaside housing costs are 63.7% more expensive than Brunswick housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Seaside or Brunswick?
- The average commute for residents of Seaside is 0.4 minutes longer than it is for residents of Brunswick.

Things to do in Brunswick?
Brunswick is located in Cumberland County Maine with an estimated population around 21,000 people as of 2020. The area features endless recreational opportunities like kayaking along the Androscoggin River or exploring the fascinating antiques & collectibles within the Midcoast region all within reach here plus there’s the Brunswick Downtown Association whose mission it is promote local businesses creating plentiful employment opportunities for citizens .

Things to do in Seaside?
Seaside CA is located on California’s northern coast near Monterey Bay offering stunning views of nature combined with family friendly attractions from art galleries to pier strolling.

 Brunswick, MESeaside, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,631329,725,481
 Median Income$67,488  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock33.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$443,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.87  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Seaside    4 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

I’ve lived in Seaside for the past 20 years and I love it. I’m a fourth generation Monterey Bay family. Seaside hands down has the best views in the Monterey Bay. It’s a  More

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Over 15 years ago

Housing in Seaside is more affordable than it was, mainly due to the bursting of the housing bubble. There are still problems, though, mainly because of the huge number  More

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Over 19 years ago

unless you went to grad school, or are already rich, don't expect to be able to get a nice house here. You'll be house-poor(not able to afford anything outside of your  More

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