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Lake Ronkonkoma, NY vs Carmel, NY

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Are people in Carmel older or younger than people in Lake Ronkonkoma?
- The Median Age in Carmel is 2.6 years older than in Lake Ronkonkoma.

Are housing costs cheaper in Carmel or Lake Ronkonkoma?
- Carmel housing costs are 14.9% more expensive than Lake Ronkonkoma housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Carmel or Lake Ronkonkoma?
- The average commute for residents of Carmel is 6.1 minutes longer than it is for residents of Lake Ronkonkoma.

Things to do in Lake Ronkonkoma?
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY is a lovely village east of Islip filled with plenty of enjoyable attractions such as Lake Ronkonkoma County Park showcasing its distinctive landscape or 4D Farmstead great for outdoor activities; visitors can also join in the yearly celebration Ronkonkoma Fire Department Fair offering lots of entertainment every October.

Things to do in Carmel?
Carmel, NY is situated on the east shore of Putnam County and is known for its rolling hills and beautiful views of Lake Mahopac. The area provides many recreational opportunities including golfing, fishing and hiking.

 Lake Ronkonkoma, NYCarmel, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,710329,725,481
 Median Income$92,147  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock44.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$453,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time31.93  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Lake Ronkonkoma    1 Reviews

Over 19 years ago

Okay place to live, cost of living very  More

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Reviews for Carmel    2 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

I left Carmel for good in 1988 and never looked back. That being said, I thought my childhood in Carmel was about as idyllic as one could hope for. Large yards in a  More

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Lived here(Carmel) eight years and love it but with the corrupt running the show this town,county,state(take your pick!)is bleeding us dry..They think an 27% property  More

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