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Greenacres, FL vs Shirley, NY

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Are people in Shirley older or younger than people in Greenacres?
- The Median Age in Shirley is 1.4 years older than in Greenacres.

Are housing costs cheaper in Shirley or Greenacres?
- Shirley housing costs are 50.5% more expensive than Greenacres housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Shirley or Greenacres?
- The average commute for residents of Shirley is 7.5 minutes longer than it is for residents of Greenacres.

Things to do in Greenacres?
Greenacres, Florida is found in Palm Beach County giving its citizens access to parks such as John Prince Memorial Park and shopping options at The Mall at Wellington Green plus restaurants including Clematis Pizza Café & Dine In Theater.

Things to do in Shirley?
A hamlet within Brookhaven Town in Suffolk County, boasts rural charm without sacrificing access to urban centers like Patchogue Village or Medford Lakeside Shopping Center for those who prefer an indoor shopping experience. The community hosts annual festivals throughout the year including their almost 50-year running festival at Wildwood State Park each July 4th weekend featuring classic car shows, firework displays & carnival rides!

 Greenacres, FLShirley, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock28,059329,725,481
 Median Income$51,692  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3938.4
 Avg. Home Price$282,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time27.3  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Greenacres    2 Reviews

I have lived in FL pretty much my entire life. I moved to CA in 96' and came back to FL in 04' to go to school. Sadly, it has been getting steadily worse here by the  More

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Over 15 years ago

I wanted to choose several categories but was limited to just one. The gang activity here is the highest in the country. The cost of living is extremely high. You  More

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Reviews for Shirley    7 Reviews

Your standard, run-of-the-mill suburb, complete with strip malls and endless suburban sprawl. I suppose it's ideal for well-off retirees, the beach is nice and has  More

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Over 12 years ago

High taxes but nice middle class town,schools are nice  More

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Over 12 years ago

nice schools dont believe what some people say,if you looking to live here you should come and drive around few blocks you will like it, its a nice middle class  More

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