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Fitchburg, MA vs Merritt Island, FL

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Are people in Merritt Island older or younger than people in Fitchburg?
- The Median Age in Merritt Island is 13.0 years older than in Fitchburg.

Are housing costs cheaper in Merritt Island or Fitchburg?
- Merritt Island housing costs are 27.1% more expensive than Fitchburg housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Merritt Island or Fitchburg?
- The average commute for residents of Merritt Island is 2.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Fitchburg.

Things to do in Fitchburg?
Fitchburg, Massachusetts sits within Worcester county providing residents entertainment options from exploring Lawrence Swamp Wildlife Management Area to swimming at Merriam-Gillette Pool plus local food spots like La Casita Taqueria & Pupusas Restaurant.

Things to do in Merritt Island?
Merritt Island FL found Central Florida barrier close proximity tourist Disney World resorts eclectic mix wildlife landscapes everglade marshes

 Fitchburg, MAMerritt Island, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,013329,725,481
 Median Income$60,466  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock50.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$341,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.82  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Fitchburg    6 Reviews

I've had the privilege to live in many places across the US in several states. Fitchburg is easily the worst place I have lived, by far. To find it, drive west on the  More

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First off, Fitchburg is not a bad place to live. If you want an urban feel with a country setting this is a great place. If you don't like new england winters, bad  More

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First off, Fitchburg is not a bad place to live. If you want an urban feel with a country setting this is a great place. If you don't like new england winters, bad  More

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Reviews for Merritt Island    5 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

It can get hot in the summer, but you get a breeze off the ocean most afternoons. If you live on the waterways, it seems to be a little cooler. Winters are  More

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Over 14 years ago

New to the area, but soon to know more. Florida is a sunshine state  More

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Over 17 years ago

Coming from Virginia, the Merritt Island architecture leaves a lot to be desired. Hurricane season (June - November) causes me a lot of  More

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