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Hickory, NC vs Newport, TN

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Are people in Newport older or younger than people in Hickory?
- The Median Age in Newport is 0.3 years older than in Hickory.

Are housing costs cheaper in Newport or Hickory?
- Newport housing costs are 30.8% less expensive than Hickory housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Newport or Hickory?
- The average commute for residents of Newport is 8.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Hickory.

Things to do in Hickory?
Hickory, North Carolina is located in Catawba county providing its citizens great recreational activities like Lake Hickory along with stores like Valley Hills Mall as well as dining spots near Concord Coffee Roasters.

Things to do in Newport?
Living in Newport, TN offers something for everyone. It is a vibrant town located in Cocke County on the banks of the Pigeon River. With its rich history, small-town feel, and friendly people, Newport has something for residents of all ages. Residents enjoy relaxing strolls along the riverfront or taking part in the local festivals and events that take place throughout the year. From farmers markets to family-friendly activities such as fishing, canoeing or kayaking, there is always something to do here in Newport. With its stunning mountain views, nearby parks and lakes, and close proximity to Knoxville and Asheville, it's no wonder why so many choose to call Newport home!

 Hickory, NCNewport, TNUnited States
 Population  Unlock6,845329,725,481
 Median Income$53,117  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$255,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.76  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Hickory    8 Reviews

Over 2 years ago

Hickory is has wonderful amenities such as the science museum, children's museum, aquarium, art museum, symphony orchestra, and great universities. Its not far from  More

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Over 3 years ago

Hickory is a nice place to live. There are great parks here. Glen Hilton is a beautiful park with lots of play structures and tall trees nice elevated walking path.  More

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Cons, No ethnic diversity"... How is that a "Con"? That means it has a rich traditional culture, where most people share a interest in the same  More

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Reviews for Newport    6 Reviews

Over 10 years ago

worst place to live in Tennessee, crime, corruption, crooked police, mean rotten hillbillies, drugs and the list goes on.  More

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Over 11 years ago

I am a native Texan, however I have traveled all over the world in my professional career. The one thing I have found common about everywhere I've traveled is that you  More

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Over 13 years ago

I rode through the town and spoke to several people that seemed to be very friendly. Now we had read all these comments on your city about the crime, burglaries, etc. We  More

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