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Hagerstown, MD vs Essex, MD

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Are people in Essex older or younger than people in Hagerstown?
- The Median Age in Essex is 3.3 years older than in Hagerstown.

Are housing costs cheaper in Essex or Hagerstown?
- Essex housing costs are 2.9% less expensive than Hagerstown housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Essex or Hagerstown?
- The average commute for residents of Essex is 3.9 minutes longer than it is for residents of Hagerstown.

Things to do in Hagerstown?
Hagerstown, Maryland is found in Washington County giving its citizens access to parks including Hagerstown City Park along with stores like Valley Mall while also having employment opportunities through Meritus Medical Center / Western Maryland Health System.

Things to do in Essex?
Essex, Maryland is found in Baltimore county giving its citizens access to parks including Rocky Point Park while also having shopping options at Dundalk Plaza Shopping Center and numerous restaurants such as Ali Baba Mediterranean Grill & Pizzeria.

 Hagerstown, MDEssex, MDUnited States
 Population  Unlock40,710329,725,481
 Median Income$42,965  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$248,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.96  Unlock26.38
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Over 4 years ago

THIS IS SUPPOSE TO BE A CHRISTIAN SCHOOL. BUT LET ME TELL YOU, THEY ALLOW BULLYING.............. MY GRANDDAUGHTER HAS BEEN A STUDENT SINCE PRE K AND STARTING IN  More

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