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Hernando, FL vs Shirley, NY

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Are people in Shirley older or younger than people in Hernando?
- The Median Age in Shirley is 18.5 years younger than in Hernando.

Are housing costs cheaper in Shirley or Hernando?
- Shirley housing costs are 28.5% more expensive than Hernando housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Shirley or Hernando?
- The average commute for residents of Shirley is 9.0 minutes longer than it is for residents of Hernando.

Things to do in Hernando?
Hernando, FL is a great place to live. It offers a unique combination of small-town charm and plenty of outdoor activities. The town is surrounded by beautiful nature preserves, lakes, and rivers that make it ideal for outdoor recreation such as fishing, kayaking, hiking and camping. The climate in Hernando is warm most of the year and can get relatively hot in the summer months. There are plenty of local restaurants to choose from and interesting shops to explore in nearby downtown areas. Hernando has lots of friendly people and a wonderful community atmosphere that makes it an ideal place to raise a family or retire.

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!

 Hernando, FLShirley, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock28,059329,725,481
 Median Income$38,109  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3938.4
 Avg. Home Price$330,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.74  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Hernando    1 Reviews

We moved to Hernando Florida ( in citrus county) from Massachusetts in September 2018. We LOVE this area. Beautiful houses, land and weather. Escape the hustle and  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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