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Charlotte, NC vs Wilkes-Barre, PA

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Are people in Wilkes-Barre older or younger than people in Charlotte?
- The Median Age in Wilkes-Barre is 0.2 years older than in Charlotte.

Are housing costs cheaper in Wilkes-Barre or Charlotte?
- Wilkes-Barre housing costs are 66.6% less expensive than Charlotte housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Wilkes-Barre or Charlotte?
- The average commute for residents of Wilkes-Barre is 7.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Charlotte.

Things to do in Charlotte?
Charlotte, North Carolina is a wonderful destination for visitors to explore. From its bustling downtown area to the rolling hills and lush forests of nearby parks like Freedom Park, this vibrant city offers something for everyone. Indulge in local cuisine at one of Charlotte's many restaurants or take a stroll through some of its unique boutiques and shops. Be sure to visit the NASCAR Hall of Fame for an inside peek into racing history or head over to Discovery Place Science Museum for a day full of educational fun. Whether you're looking for entertainment, culture or adventure, Charlotte truly has it all!

Things to do in Wilkes-Barre?
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania sits within Luzerne county providing residents entertainment options from exploring Seven Tubs Natural Area to swimming at Kirby Park plus local food spots like Liquid Planet Bar & Grill.

 Charlotte, NCWilkes-Barre, PAUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,086329,725,481
 Median Income$68,367  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$381,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock12.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.3  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Charlotte    305 Reviews

My favorite city to live year round with 4 seasons. We love Charlotte  More

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Over 3 years ago

This city has a lot of potential, but it could use some work. For example, it seems to lack things that other cities have. And there is a lack of atmosphere and charm.  More

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Over 4 years ago

Very new transplant (~6 weeks) so first impressions and reasons why I moved here: -great year-round weather, if you don't mind humidity-- less hot in summer than TX/AZ  More

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Reviews for Wilkes-Barre    2 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

I had the privilege of being born and raised here in Wilkes-Barre. Unfortunately, the town has deteriorated tremendously. I shall list pros vs.  More

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Over 18 years ago

Wilkes-Barre was a wonderful place to go to college. With two schools near each other (King's College and Wilkes College) the atmosphere was exciting. The city of itself  More

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