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Delaware, OH vs Fairborn, OH

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Are people in Fairborn older or younger than people in Delaware?
- The Median Age in Fairborn is 1.3 years younger than in Delaware.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fairborn or Delaware?
- Fairborn housing costs are 54.4% less expensive than Delaware housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fairborn or Delaware?
- The average commute for residents of Fairborn is 7.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Delaware.

Things to do in Delaware?
Delaware, Ohio sits within Delaware county giving residents access to parks such as Deer Haven Preserve while also offering shopping options at Tanger Outlets Columbus.

Things to do in Fairborn?
Fairborn OH lies south of Dayton featuring several scenic parks as well as numerous historical attractions including Wright Patterson Air Force Base.

 Delaware, OHFairborn, OHUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,398329,725,481
 Median Income$78,900  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$350,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time27.96  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Delaware    6 Reviews

Over 9 years ago

The crime in Delaware is mix. Delaware like the rest of the country has an Heroin Epidemic. sadly there is an obituary in the town paper of someone who overdosed.   More

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Over 14 years ago

Delaware Ohio is a really great small town where old cars can cruise Sandusky St during the annual car show while families stroll along the street eating ice cream. The  More

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Over 17 years ago

Delaware county is very diversified - city and country. Huge shopping mall and small antique shops. Extremes on both ends of almost everythig and everything in the  More

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Reviews for Fairborn    1 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

One of the best places to live; it's affordable and has a great atmosphere. You will be pleased to meet friendly and outgoing people. Awesome location with lots to do  More

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