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Lancaster, OH vs Fairmont, WV

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Highlights
Are people in Fairmont older or younger than people in Lancaster?
- The Median Age in Fairmont is 5.0 years younger than in Lancaster.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fairmont or Lancaster?
- Fairmont housing costs are 31.0% less expensive than Lancaster housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fairmont or Lancaster?
- The average commute for residents of Fairmont is 6.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Lancaster.

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.

Things to do in Fairmont?
Fairmont is a city located in Marion County, West Virginia with an estimated population of 19,000 people as of 2020. The city has a rich history having played an important role during the Civil War era when it was moved to different locations several times due to Union force advances. Today the city serves as a gateway to the Appalachians with numerous outdoor recreation opportunities available just minutes away from downtown Fairmont.

 Lancaster, OHFairmont, WVUnited States
 Population  Unlock18,369329,725,481
 Median Income$50,994  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$211,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.97  Unlock26.38
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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Reviews for Fairmont    2 Reviews

I find Fairmont to be a pretty good town to raise kids. You get to be a "big fish in a little pond" here. Everyone knows you and looks after you if you want to let them.  More

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Over 14 years ago

This is not so much a comment about where I live, but more of me ,looking for some helpful suggestions. I live in West Virgina, been here all my life. And now I'm  More

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