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Great Neck, NY vs Port Washington, NY

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Are people in Port Washington older or younger than people in Great Neck?
- The Median Age in Port Washington is 9.3 years older than in Great Neck.

Are housing costs cheaper in Port Washington or Great Neck?
- Port Washington housing costs are 18.2% less expensive than Great Neck housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Port Washington or Great Neck?
- The average commute for residents of Port Washington is 4.5 minutes longer than it is for residents of Great Neck.

Things to do in Great Neck?
Great Neck, NY is a village located on Long Island's north shore in Nassau County. It is known for its upscale neighborhoods and celebrity residents such as Jerry Seinfeld, Billy Joel, and Mariah Carey. The village has a variety of shops and restaurants along with a number of parks and trails winding through the area.

Things to do in Port Washington?
Port Washington is a small city located on Long Island's North Shore near New York City with an incredible scenic harbor walk perfect for enjoying stunning sunsets while providing access to dozens of restaurants alongside convenient shopping opportunities.

 Great Neck, NYPort Washington, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock16,807329,725,481
 Median Income$107,695  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$1,241,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time34.27  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Great Neck    3 Reviews

I basically grew up in Great Neck from ages 7 through 23. My thoughts are as follows. Yes you should be concerned about the quality of the water. My family spent plenty  More

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Over 14 years ago

Great School System and Park  More

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Over 18 years ago

Great community,terrific park system with pools,tennis courts and summer entertainment; 30 minutes to Manhattan by LIRR, universities and colleges within easy driving  More

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Reviews for Port Washington    2 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

Port Washington is a good place to raise kids-- if you can afford it.  More

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Over 16 years ago

expensive but worth  More

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