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Fairborn, OH vs Northampton, MA

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Are people in Northampton older or younger than people in Fairborn?
- The Median Age in Northampton is 6.1 years older than in Fairborn.

Are housing costs cheaper in Northampton or Fairborn?
- Northampton housing costs are 151.8% more expensive than Fairborn housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Northampton or Fairborn?
- The average commute for residents of Northampton is 1.4 minutes longer than it is for residents of Fairborn.

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.

Things to do in Northampton?
Northampton, MA lies on the banks of the Connecticut River on beautiful Paradise Pond—known locally as “The Valley”—and provides access to hiking trails through Mount Tom State Reservation or kayaking down the river’s rapids in downtown Northampton State Park .

 Fairborn, OHNorthampton, MAUnited States
 Population  Unlock29,379329,725,481
 Median Income$54,076  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock4138.4
 Avg. Home Price$159,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.12  Unlock26.38
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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Reviews for Northampton    6 Reviews

I was born in Northampton in the 1960"s and have lived other places but always came back to live here. My two children were born here too. What draws be back to  More

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The greater Northampton, MA area is generally a pretty good place to live, if you're interested in Western MA or southern New England in general. MA is more affordable  More

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Northampton is a very progressive, diverse, liberal small city where you will find so much to do in just the downtown area alone. Music, shopping, restaurants, bars,  More

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