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Foley, AL vs Melbourne, FL

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Are people in Melbourne older or younger than people in Foley?
- The Median Age in Melbourne is 10.5 years younger than in Foley.

Are housing costs cheaper in Melbourne or Foley?
- Melbourne housing costs are 26.0% more expensive than Foley housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Melbourne or Foley?
- The average commute for residents of Melbourne is 1.0 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 Melbourne?
Melbourne, Florida is situated along Florida's Space Coast with easy access to attractions like Brevard Zoo or plenty of beaches.

 Foley, ALMelbourne, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock83,500329,725,481
 Median Income$53,817  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$276,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.7%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 Melbourne    28 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

Moved here from Ohio 3 months ago, trying not to be disappointed, there isn't much to do, its really small and shopping is bad. I wanted out of Cleveland but didn't  More

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I have lived in many areas of this town. It is growing and has a nice selection of older and very new areas. The access to beaches and parks is quick and well kept.   More

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The rating on here is accurate. Crime is rather high. There's shootings and killings constantly. If you're coming from another state, just check floridatoday.com at  More

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