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Fort Thomas, KY vs Richmond, KY

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Are people in Richmond older or younger than people in Fort Thomas?
- The Median Age in Richmond is 12.6 years younger than in Fort Thomas.

Are housing costs cheaper in Richmond or Fort Thomas?
- Richmond housing costs are 19.1% less expensive than Fort Thomas housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Richmond or Fort Thomas?
- The average commute for residents of Richmond is 0.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Fort Thomas.

Things to do in Fort Thomas?
Fort Thomas is a charming community near Cincinnati with plenty of attractions like Tower Park featuring views over the Ohio River plus nearby museums such as the Behringer-Crawford Museum which provides insight on local history making it an ideal destination for those seeking an authentic experience while discovering the region’s culture.

Things to do in Richmond?
Richmond, Kentucky is located in Madison County providing its citizens great recreational activities such as Central Park plus stores like Richmond Centre and dining spots near Benjamin's Cafe.

 Fort Thomas, KYRichmond, KYUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,662329,725,481
 Median Income$85,938  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock26.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$308,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.45  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Richmond    4 Reviews

Over 8 years ago

Keep this between us... Richmond is a hidden gem. A small university town close to a large city (Lexington is 30 minutes away) and less than two hour from very large  More

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For a smallish town, Richmond offers a convenient location and great small restaurants. Fortunately it is also wedged between Lexington and little Berea, both with more  More

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Over 17 years ago

Major university town of small size (30,000), and conveniently located 30 miles from Lexington,  More

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