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Melbourne, FL vs Huntington Station, NY

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Are people in Huntington Station older or younger than people in Melbourne?
- The Median Age in Huntington Station is 2.5 years younger than in Melbourne.

Are housing costs cheaper in Huntington Station or Melbourne?
- Huntington Station housing costs are 34.9% more expensive than Melbourne housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Huntington Station or Melbourne?
- The average commute for residents of Huntington Station is 8.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Melbourne.

Things to do in Melbourne?
Melbourne, Florida is situated along Florida's Space Coast with easy access to attractions like Brevard Zoo or plenty of beaches.

Things to do in Huntington Station?
Huntington Station, NY sits in Suffolk County on Long Island with several cultural attractions ranging from performance venues to historical landmarks plus many shopping and dining options.

 Melbourne, FLHuntington Station, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,050329,725,481
 Median Income$55,543  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$348,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time21.66  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Melbourne    28 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

Moved here from Ohio 3 months ago, trying not to be disappointed, there isn't much to do, its really small and shopping is bad. I wanted out of Cleveland but didn't  More

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I have lived in many areas of this town. It is growing and has a nice selection of older and very new areas. The access to beaches and parks is quick and well kept.   More

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The rating on here is accurate. Crime is rather high. There's shootings and killings constantly. If you're coming from another state, just check floridatoday.com at  More

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Reviews for Huntington Station    5 Reviews

Not much to say to add to what many already know. Increase in crime, highest taxes, highest utility rates in the nation. Most business hostile of almost all the states  More

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Over 13 years ago

Ive lived on long island ny my whole life ( 48 years). Moved 10 different times.Bought a house in huntington 15 years ago. As my taxes go up..on avg. of $300 a year. The  More

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Thanks Monica. I have been thinking hard, researching & planning 2 years to move to Atlanta, from the big apple where there are hardly any houses. But, I seem to be  More

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