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Lynchburg, VA vs Poughkeepsie, NY

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Are people in Poughkeepsie older or younger than people in Lynchburg?
- The Median Age in Poughkeepsie is 10.6 years older than in Lynchburg.

Are housing costs cheaper in Poughkeepsie or Lynchburg?
- Poughkeepsie housing costs are 5.6% more expensive than Lynchburg housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Poughkeepsie or Lynchburg?
- The average commute for residents of Poughkeepsie is 8.4 minutes longer than it is for residents of Lynchburg.

Things to do in Lynchburg?
Lynchburg, Virginia stands out for its unique mix between natural beauty and its restaurants along Riverfront Park.

Things to do in Poughkeepsie?
Poughkeepsie is situated on the Hudson River within Dutchess County in New York—and has historically been known for its beautiful riverfront views along with other attractions such as Locust Grove Nature Center & Historic Estate and Poughkeepsie Farms & Creamery where visitors can learn about sustainability while indulging their sweet tooth!

 Lynchburg, VAPoughkeepsie, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,475329,725,481
 Median Income$54,015  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$221,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.39  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Lynchburg    30 Reviews
April · Lynchburg, VA
Lynchburg Sucks
Over 4 years ago

Lynchburg, VA, absolutely SUCKS. I'm a native Lynchburger. I moved away when I was 5 & came back when I was 13. These people can't drive to save their lives. They don't  More

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fred · Roanoke, VA
Charming But Intolerant
Over 5 years ago

There is much that I like about Lynchburg. The scenery is pretty, lots of historic architecture, well mannered Southerners. But, it is dominated by Jerry Falwell's  More

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Carlos · Lynchburg, VA
I love Southern hospitality
Over 5 years ago

I have lived in Lynchburg for twenty years and I am very happy  More

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Reviews for Poughkeepsie    10 Reviews
Jessica · Fontana, CA
Mixed Feelings
Over 7 years ago

I have mixed feelings about Poughkeepsie because there are equally as many things I love about that town as there are things I hate about it so I'm just going to write a  More

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Lisa · Wappingers Falls, NY
Housing
Over 12 years ago

Prices are high here. housing is easily 25-30percent of our monthly  More

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Sheri · Poughkeepsie, NY
cost of living
Over 13 years ago

It'd be great if jobs were available. This city is OK but COL is so much higher in NY than where I was raised in South Maybe I should head  More

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