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Centereach, NY vs Selden, NY

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Are people in Selden older or younger than people in Centereach?
- The Median Age in Selden is 3.3 years older than in Centereach.

Are housing costs cheaper in Selden or Centereach?
- Selden housing costs are 4.0% less expensive than Centereach housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Selden or Centereach?
- The average commute for residents of Selden is 4.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Centereach.

Things to do in Centereach?
Centereach NY rests east Smithtown famed principally for its variety outdoor spots perfect for hiking, biking or simply enjoying some peace & tranquility whilst having access modern amenities such as fitness centers and stores!

Things to do in Selden?
Selden, NY is a hamlet in Suffolk County on Long Island's North Shore. The quaint town boasts many parks, beaches and marinas with access to boat launches perfect for fishing or crabbing trips!

 Centereach, NYSelden, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock21,265329,725,481
 Median Income$115,091  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$487,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time29.05  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Centereach    3 Reviews

Centereach is, as the name implies, in the center of Long Island. It was originally, farmland but now, is chocked full of housing developments and stores. One of it's  More

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Over 15 years ago

One and a half hours to NYC...One Hour to awesome  More

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Over 19 years ago

I have lived in centereach for 32+ years it's a great place to live...i am however getting tiered of the long cold winters and looking for another place to live and  More

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Reviews for Selden    3 Reviews

MORE AND MORE PEOPLE ARE AFRAID TO LEAVE THERE HOMES BECAUSE OF THE AMOUNT OF BREAK-INS. IT DOESN'T MATTER IF IT IS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE DAY OR AT NIGHT PEOPLE'S HOMES  More

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Over 17 years ago

White Trash  More

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Over 19 years ago

Good place to live, but becoming more crowded. Good schools, shopping, cultural resources nearby, outdoor activities, etc. However the cost of living here is  More

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