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Ipswich, MA vs Bellingham, WA

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Are people in Bellingham older or younger than people in Ipswich?
- The Median Age in Bellingham is 15.0 years younger than in Ipswich.

Are housing costs cheaper in Bellingham or Ipswich?
- Bellingham housing costs are 14.9% less expensive than Ipswich housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Bellingham or Ipswich?
- The average commute for residents of Bellingham is 11.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Ipswich.

Things to do in Ipswich?
Ipswich MA is an old seaside village northeast of Boston known for its scenic beaches like Crane Beach where visitors can play volleyball, explore tide pools or build sand castles all while surrounded by historic houses standing since 1800’s when exploring downtown Ipswich which also contains churches built before 1638.

Things to do in Bellingham?
Bellingham, Washington offers stunning views of Puget Sound with plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities such as hiking trails in Chuckanut Mountains or boating in Marine Life Sanctuary Area nearby Bellingham Bay's shoreline.. This city is also known for its vibrant arts scene with museums, galleries and theaters scattered across town making it perfect for culture lovers wanting an immersive experience!

 Ipswich, MABellingham, WAUnited States
 Population  Unlock90,545329,725,481
 Median Income$111,701  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock33.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$712,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time29.65  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Bellingham    58 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

I've lived in so many cities in 5 west coast states and have come to a conclusion that Bellingham is the greatest city to live, work, play and raise a family. After  More

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Over 4 years ago

From what I’ve seen and heard, the very liberal political/ethical beliefs of Bellingham residents, as well as the grey rainy weather, are the main things a few people  More

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If you’re like many Americans and caught up in right vs left you won’t like the far left here in Bellingham wa. If you put politics away and you enjoy skiing,  More

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