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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Hopkinton, MA vs Brea, CA

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Are people in Brea older or younger than people in Hopkinton?
- The Median Age in Brea is 0.8 years younger than in Hopkinton.

Are housing costs cheaper in Brea or Hopkinton?
- Brea housing costs are 14.5% more expensive than Hopkinton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Brea or Hopkinton?
- The average commute for residents of Brea is 4.4 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Hopkinton.

Things to do in Hopkinton?
Hopkinton, MA is a small town located in Middlesex County in Massachusetts with a population of around 13,000 people. It is home to many historic sites such as the Hopkinton State Park and Fruitlands Museum. The town also offers various outdoor activities like hiking trails at Upton State Forest or kayaking on Lake Whitehall.

Things to do in Brea?
Brea, California is a city located in Orange County that has become known for its entertainment options including Downtown Brea's Main Street Promenade and Brea Mall Shopping Center.

 Hopkinton, MABrea, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock46,912329,725,481
 Median Income$179,192  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$823,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time37.78  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Hopkinton    2 Reviews
D · Hopkinton, MA
Well educated town, diverse, and a
Over 3 years ago

Hopkinton is a great town to raise a family. Best schools, lovely properties, lots of land, and close proximity to major roads. 45 minutes in any direction will find  More

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Kevin · Hopkinton, MA
Reminds me of a corrupt town from a movie.
Over 4 years ago

Hopkinton covers ups its criminal activities so they can stay on the best places to live list. A african american 16 year old girl was murdered and tied to a tree in the  More

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Reviews for Brea    10 Reviews
Patricia · Brea, CA
Cost of living and traffic in Orange County Ca
Over 10 years ago

I have lived in Orange County and Los Angeles County for over 20 years. The cost of living has prompted 3 friends to move to the Central Valley, Oregon and Washington  More

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Ken · Nashville, TN
Brea, CA a Great City
Over 12 years ago

I loved living here in Brea, CA for over 17 years. It is a great community. For being a small north Orange County city it has a lot to offer. Schools are really  More

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Lawrence · Brea, CA
Great North Orange County City
Over 13 years ago

Great city in N. Orange County. Affordable with lots of  More

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