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Kinston, NC vs Ithaca, NY

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Highlights
- Ithaca spends 192.5% more per student than Kinston.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 35.2% lower in Ithaca than in Kinston. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- Ithaca had 19.3% more residents who had graduated High School compared to Kinston
 Kinston, NCIthaca, NYUnited States
 Expend. per Student  Unlock$29,915$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$9,792  Unlock$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student  Unlock$15,285$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio15.18  Unlock16.23
 Students per Librarian  Unlock3234573
 Students per Counselor319  Unlock530
 Grade School Educ.  Unlock2.0%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.13.6%  Unlock6.3%
 High School Educ.  Unlock96.5%88.9%
 Some College Educ.20.6%  Unlock20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.  Unlock6.4%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.14.7%  Unlock33.7%
 Masters Grad.  Unlock24.7%9.3%
 Professional Degree0.8%  Unlock2.2%
 Doctorate Degree  Unlock10.9%1.5%
Reviews for Kinston    4 Reviews

I moved to Kinston, NC for retirement. Purchased a house from the auction held by the court. As a person of color, I was unable to obtain an attorney, while I was sued  More

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I'm moving my business and family with 2 young children to Kinston in March from Chapel Hill/Durham. Kinston is really nice with a great new restaurants, close proximity  More

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Over 13 years ago

hello! I recently visted parts of North Carolina and was amazed! I loved the people and the helpful tips from townies. I saw some amazing houses, in Kinston.   More

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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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