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Matthews, NC vs Pinehurst, NC

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Are people in Pinehurst older or younger than people in Matthews?
- The Median Age in Pinehurst is 19.2 years older than in Matthews.

Are housing costs cheaper in Pinehurst or Matthews?
- Pinehurst housing costs are 2.8% more expensive than Matthews housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Pinehurst or Matthews?
- The average commute for residents of Pinehurst is 6.3 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 Pinehurst?
Nestled in the heart of the Sandhills region lies Pinehurst -- a serene town that offers world-class golf courses plus plenty of outdoor activities like hiking and biking on its many trails. Residents can also take advantage of nearby American Indian heritage sites or spend an afternoon fishing around one of North Carolina’s larger lakes.

 Matthews, NCPinehurst, NCUnited States
 Population  Unlock17,250329,725,481
 Median Income$96,195  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock58.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$441,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.2%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

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Reviews for Pinehurst    3 Reviews

I've lived here all my life, born and raised. This area is and will always be known for golf but we also have a really big horse community. The area is a well know  More

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Over 17 years ago

We have to travel 1 to 2 hours to have anything to do. So if you want to live in a small town and don't mind traveling out of town for good restaurants, ball games, and  More

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Over 17 years ago

Pinehurst is a small town that is growing rapidly. It once attracted those that were retiring or vacationing. Void of the bright lights, but plenty to do. People of  More

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