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Jacksonville Beach, FL vs Melbourne, FL

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Are people in Melbourne older or younger than people in Jacksonville Beach?
- The Median Age in Melbourne is 0.5 years older than in Jacksonville Beach.

Are housing costs cheaper in Melbourne or Jacksonville Beach?
- Melbourne housing costs are 40.4% less expensive than Jacksonville Beach housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Melbourne or Jacksonville Beach?
- The average commute for residents of Melbourne is 0.7 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Jacksonville Beach.

Things to do in Jacksonville Beach?
Jacksonville Beach is an incorporated city located in Duval County, Florida with plenty of things to do during your stay like attending concerts at the historic Michael A. Burns Park ideal for those looking to enjoy some family friendly fun plus nearby Hugh Taylor Birch State Park has various events and exhibits great for anyone interested in the area's history. There are also lots of locally owned stores and eateries providing unique items or delicious cuisine perfect for anyone looking to have a meal out during their visit here!

Things to do in Melbourne?
Melbourne, Florida is situated along Florida's Space Coast with easy access to attractions like Brevard Zoo or plenty of beaches.

 Jacksonville Beach, FLMelbourne, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock83,500329,725,481
 Median Income$99,933  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$583,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time22.39  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Jacksonville Beach    8 Reviews

Moved here from Los Angeles. Couldn’t be happier - great climate, great people, low taxes and cost of living. No complaints  More

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Over 15 years ago

Great lifestyle! Residential beach community with one of the lowest chances of receiving a direct hurricane hit along the Florida coastline. You will find fabulous  More

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Over 16 years ago

Never realized how much cooler living by the beach can  More

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Reviews for Melbourne    28 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

Moved here from Ohio 3 months ago, trying not to be disappointed, there isn't much to do, its really small and shopping is bad. I wanted out of Cleveland but didn't  More

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I have lived in many areas of this town. It is growing and has a nice selection of older and very new areas. The access to beaches and parks is quick and well kept.   More

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The rating on here is accurate. Crime is rather high. There's shootings and killings constantly. If you're coming from another state, just check floridatoday.com at  More

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