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Foley, AL vs Matthews, NC

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Are people in Matthews older or younger than people in Foley?
- The Median Age in Matthews is 13.4 years younger than in Foley.

Are housing costs cheaper in Matthews or Foley?
- Matthews housing costs are 59.9% more expensive than Foley housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Matthews or Foley?
- The average commute for residents of Matthews is 7.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Foley.

Things to do in Foley?
Foley, AL is a delightful town south of Mobile home to plenty of remarkable places such as Weeks Bay Reserve presenting its unique atmosphere or Magnolia Springs State Park great for recreational activities; folks can also join in the amazing Foley Railroad Days showcasing culture with food and games each April.

Things to do in Matthews?
Matthews NC can be found just south Charlotte known primarily for its notable downtown area boasting several art galleries and boutiques alongside restaurants offering a range international cuisine perfect for date night.

 Foley, ALMatthews, NCUnited States
 Population  Unlock29,417329,725,481
 Median Income$53,817  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$276,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.62  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Foley    7 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

I have lived here for a little over a year. I had imagined this would be a small town with some sense of community, but it seems entirely geared toward becoming a second  More

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My husband and I have lived here for over a year and it is hands down my least favorite place I’ve ever lived. We are prior military and have lived in many incredible  More

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Lovely place to live for retirees however traffic is getting bad as it is quickly turning into quite a tourist destination. The city has a darling downtown area as well  More

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Reviews for Matthews    2 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

Matthews is a suburb of Charlotte. It's big advantage over Charlotte is that you are on the edge of the rural areas, and it is safer. Don't expect to save any on taxes  More

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Over 19 years ago

Is there segragation in  More

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