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Holland, MI vs Poughkeepsie, NY

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Are people in Poughkeepsie older or younger than people in Holland?
- The Median Age in Poughkeepsie is 6.6 years older than in Holland.

Are housing costs cheaper in Poughkeepsie or Holland?
- Poughkeepsie housing costs are 20.0% less expensive than Holland housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Poughkeepsie or Holland?
- The average commute for residents of Poughkeepsie is 9.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Holland.

Things to do in Holland?
Holland MI rests on the shoreline of Lake Michigan perfect for family trips looking for some sun & sand all while having easy access to Michigan’s Adventure regional theme park perfect for giving kids a day full of thrills and excitement!

Things to do in Poughkeepsie?
Poughkeepsie is situated on the Hudson River within Dutchess County in New York—and has historically been known for its beautiful riverfront views along with other attractions such as Locust Grove Nature Center & Historic Estate and Poughkeepsie Farms & Creamery where visitors can learn about sustainability while indulging their sweet tooth!

 Holland, MIPoughkeepsie, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,475329,725,481
 Median Income$63,853  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$292,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.56  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Holland    11 Reviews

Over 12 years ago

Like anywhere there is the good and dark side to living there. Having lived in the area before, going away for a while, and moving back in 2011 I have seen both. The  More

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I wanted to write this helpful addenum to my earlier comment about the city I work in, and the comminity I live in, nearby. Earlier on,I was being a little too negative.  More

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Over 14 years ago

Good for  More

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Reviews for Poughkeepsie    10 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

I have mixed feelings about Poughkeepsie because there are equally as many things I love about that town as there are things I hate about it so I'm just going to write a  More

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Over 12 years ago

Prices are high here. housing is easily 25-30percent of our monthly  More

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Over 13 years ago

It'd be great if jobs were available. This city is OK but COL is so much higher in NY than where I was raised in South Maybe I should head  More

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