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Fernandina Beach, FL vs Port Royal, SC

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Are people in Port Royal older or younger than people in Fernandina Beach?
- The Median Age in Port Royal is 30.2 years younger than in Fernandina Beach.

Are housing costs cheaper in Port Royal or Fernandina Beach?
- Port Royal housing costs are 49.1% less expensive than Fernandina Beach housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Port Royal or Fernandina Beach?
- The average commute for residents of Port Royal is 6.4 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Fernandina Beach.

Things to do in Fernandina Beach?
Fernandina Beach is an incorporated city situated within Nassau County, Florida boasting plenty of activities like visiting its local museums like the Amelia Island Museum of History suitable for anyone interested in the area's history plus nearby Fort Clinch State Park has various events and exhibits conveniently situated close by. There are also lots of shopping outlets and eateries providing unique items or delicious cuisine good for anyone looking to browse around or have a meal out during their visit here!

Things to do in Port Royal?
Port Royal, SC is an unincorporated community and part of Beaufort County situated near South Carolina coast with a population estimated around 300 people living there . Port Royal hosts one main event each year – Blessing Of The Fleet Festival that brings crowds from all year for celebration honoring shrimping heritage linked with this community since 1660's when first volunteers crewed South Carolina’s first warships named “The Grand Port Royal Expedition. Other activities include beachcombing at Hunting Island gathering shells or exploring nearby marshlands on Duggan’s Island making great bird watching locations ideal for nature lovers out there.

 Fernandina Beach, FLPort Royal, SCUnited States
 Population  Unlock12,734329,725,481
 Median Income$80,260  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock26.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$556,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time23.94  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Fernandina Beach    8 Reviews

We traveled the entire east and west coasts of Florida and the entire east coast of Georgia. We LOVED St. Marys GA. but decided on Amelia Island... Mainly because AI has  More

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Over 5 years ago

There is no place in Florida like Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach. The beach is beautiful.. But, best of all are the people. Real Southern hospitality... Southern charm  More

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Over 11 years ago

Came back to Fernandina after a long hiatus. Fernandina has always been a magical place, but many things are getting better. The restaurant scene has improved  More

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