Are people in Salem older or younger than people in Laconia?
- The Median Age in Salem is 1.3 years older than in Laconia.

Are housing costs cheaper in Salem or Laconia?
- Salem housing costs are 47.4% more expensive than Laconia housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Salem or Laconia?
- The average commute for residents of Salem is 6.0 minutes longer than it is for residents of Laconia.

Things to do in Laconia?
This charming town located in Belknap County in central New Hampshire has something for everyone from the large selection of restaurants, shops and entertainment venues in its downtown area to an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities such as hiking trails and lakefront beaches at Lake Winnipesaukee.

Things to do in Salem?
Salem, NH is situated in Rockingham County and provides its citizens easy access to Boston while still enjoying the small-town atmosphere of this safe place with cafes, theaters and shops.