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Kent, OH vs Lancaster, OH

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Highlights
Are people in Lancaster older or younger than people in Kent?
- The Median Age in Lancaster is 15.7 years older than in Kent.

Are housing costs cheaper in Lancaster or Kent?
- Lancaster housing costs are 9.8% more expensive than Kent housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Lancaster or Kent?
- The average commute for residents of Lancaster is 5.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Kent.

Things to do in Kent?
Kent, OH is located in Portage County on the Cuyahoga River and provides its residents easy access to Cleveland attractions such as Rock & Roll Hall of Fame or Cleveland Museum of Art. There are plenty of outdoor activities including fishing and biking trails nearby too.

Things to do in Lancaster?
Lancaster, Ohio is located in Fairfield County providing its citizens great recreational activities like Hocking Valley Scenic Railway along with stores like River Valley Mall as well as dining spots near Old Town Hall Bar & Grille.

 Kent, OHLancaster, OHUnited States
 Population  Unlock40,360329,725,481
 Median Income$36,799  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$192,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.8  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Kent    4 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

We returned to Kent after several decades. Disappointed and looking to move out. If you like tons of roadside litter and crumbling rental properties, then this is the  More

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Over 16 years ago

Kent is a great community which has a lot of character. Kent has an interesting history and great Educational community. Kent was my home for 23 years and I often wish  More

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Over 17 years ago

I have lived in Kent for 10 years have witnessed a steady but sharp decline in the quality of life here. First off, violent crime rose 101% in 2007. Second, most  More

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Reviews for Lancaster    5 Reviews

We've lived here for 3 years and I've lived in Ohio my entire life. It's probably the best smaller city in the state. A historic town - well maintained and just  More

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God gave us two eyes. He did so people would look INTO His world, not AT tiny screens. Even before iPhones visitors were passing by Lancaster's beauty. They'd  More

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Over 15 years ago

I grew up here..Lived in Lancaster from when i was 5 till i was 19 and left that crap hole. Columbus is 45 minutes away not 20. trust me i drove it alot becuase there is  More

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