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Matthews, NC vs Altoona, PA

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Are people in Altoona older or younger than people in Matthews?
- The Median Age in Altoona is 0.1 years older than in Matthews.

Are housing costs cheaper in Altoona or Matthews?
- Altoona housing costs are 73.0% less expensive than Matthews housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Altoona or Matthews?
- The average commute for residents of Altoona is 10.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Matthews.

Things to do in Matthews?
Matthews NC can be found just south Charlotte known primarily for its notable downtown area boasting several art galleries and boutiques alongside restaurants offering a range international cuisine perfect for date night.

Things to do in Altoona?
Altoona, Pennsylvania lies within Blair County giving visitors access to Adventure Lagoon Water Park or Baker Mansion plus multiple restaurants like Chewy's Pizza & Wings Bar & Grill

 Matthews, NCAltoona, PAUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,114329,725,481
 Median Income$96,195  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$441,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time28.17  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Matthews    2 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

Matthews is a suburb of Charlotte. It's big advantage over Charlotte is that you are on the edge of the rural areas, and it is safer. Don't expect to save any on taxes  More

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Over 19 years ago

Is there segragation in  More

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Reviews for Altoona    11 Reviews

Sun rises and sets over 2000+ ft. mountains, which does seem to shorten your summer days. It gets hot and humid in the summer, with not a lot of wind or airflow,  More

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Over 5 years ago

Though the climate in Altoona is cold in the Winter, it does often get less snow than Western Pennsylvania because of the Allegheny Front mountain range just to the west  More

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I grew up in Hollidaysburg near Altoona. The city has had its ups and downs throughout the years but all in all I think that central PA has the most beautiful scenery  More

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