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Ithaca, NY vs Long Branch, NJ

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Are people in Long Branch older or younger than people in Ithaca?
- The Median Age in Long Branch is 15.1 years older than in Ithaca.

Are housing costs cheaper in Long Branch or Ithaca?
- Long Branch housing costs are 92.8% more expensive than Ithaca housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Long Branch or Ithaca?
- The average commute for residents of Long Branch is 13.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Ithaca.

Things to do in Ithaca?
Ithaca, NY lies along Cayuga Lake with tall gorges giving way to spectacular waterfalls like Ithaca Falls where visitors can marvel at beauty while strolling along its cascades side trails. Not only does this college town have some unique natural sites but it's also a mecca for art buffs since there’s tons galleries featuring works from local artists sprinkled around too!

Things to do in Long Branch?
Long Branch, NJ sits at Monmouth Beach’s northernmost edge featuring 3 miles long boardwalk which houses shops & eateries perfect for soaking up some sunshine while still offering plenty recreation activities such as beach volleyball courts dotting its shorelines alongside adventure events like parasailing up ahead!

 Ithaca, NYLong Branch, NJUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,734329,725,481
 Median Income$40,973  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$332,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.16  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Ithaca    32 Reviews

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For a small city, its downtown has grown significantly and serves as the hub of the community. The Ithaca Commons remains the central gathering space for locals,  More

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Over 4 years ago

Great place to live. Lots to do, vibrant culture, and beautiful scenery. Don't fear the winter--it's even beautiful then. Only complaint is the housing market. Way  More

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I was born, raised, educated there (Ithaca High and Cornell). In my opinion, before leaving to pursue my career, it seemed like the most beautiful, clean, low crime,  More

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Reviews for Long Branch    1 Reviews

Over 19 years ago

I Live at the Jersey Shore and it is really like a year round vacation. Great beaches,mountians and sking. But the cost of living here has gone sky  More

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