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Ipswich, MA vs Swampscott, MA

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Are people in Swampscott older or younger than people in Ipswich?
- The Median Age in Swampscott is 3.5 years younger than in Ipswich.

Are housing costs cheaper in Swampscott or Ipswich?
- Swampscott housing costs are 6.3% less expensive than Ipswich housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Swampscott or Ipswich?
- The average commute for residents of Swampscott is 4.2 minutes longer 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 Swampscott?
Swampscott, MA is an incorporated town located in Essex County north-west from Marblehead populated by close to fourteen thousand inhabitants. Swampscott provides its citizens many attractions such as the Leggs Hill granting locals or tourists something enjoyable anytime they want! Moreover there are several eateries and stores available within this area knowing something distinctive when they’re here.

 Ipswich, MASwampscott, MAUnited States
 Population  Unlock15,043329,725,481
 Median Income$111,701  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock4538.4
 Avg. Home Price$712,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time29.65  Unlock26.38
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