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Ipswich, MA vs Oak Harbor, WA

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Are people in Oak Harbor older or younger than people in Ipswich?
- The Median Age in Oak Harbor is 17.4 years younger than in Ipswich.

Are housing costs cheaper in Oak Harbor or Ipswich?
- Oak Harbor housing costs are 32.9% less expensive than Ipswich housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Oak Harbor or Ipswich?
- The average commute for residents of Oak Harbor is 11.0 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 Oak Harbor?
Oak Harbor is an incorporated city situated within Island County, Washington boasting plenty of activities like visiting its local museums like the Island County Historical Museum suitable for anyone interested in the area's history plus nearby Windjammer Park provides stunning views convenienty situated close by. There are also several shopping outlets and eateries providing unique items or delicious cuisine good for anyone looking to browse around or have a meal out during their visit here!

 Ipswich, MAOak Harbor, WAUnited States
 Population  Unlock24,267329,725,481
 Median Income$111,701  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock31.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$712,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time29.65  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Oak Harbor    6 Reviews

The new high school addition looks great, but the quality of the education is lacking. The worst I would have to say, is the English dept. All of the senior parents were  More

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Over 17 years ago

I have found Oak Harbor to be a nice place to live in general, but still feel it is too secluded for me personally. There is not a lot to do as far as night life or  More

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Over 17 years ago

Windy, dreary, wet and noisy. A great place if you're a slug or  More

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