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Melbourne, FL vs Merritt Island, FL

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Are people in Merritt Island older or younger than people in Melbourne?
- The Median Age in Merritt Island is 7.7 years older than in Melbourne.

Are housing costs cheaper in Merritt Island or Melbourne?
- Merritt Island housing costs are 24.6% more expensive than Melbourne housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Merritt Island or Melbourne?
- The average commute for residents of Merritt Island is 2.4 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 Merritt Island?
Merritt Island FL found Central Florida barrier close proximity tourist Disney World resorts eclectic mix wildlife landscapes everglade marshes

 Melbourne, FLMerritt Island, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,013329,725,481
 Median Income$55,543  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock50.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$348,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time21.66  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Melbourne    28 Reviews

Over 4 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 Merritt Island    5 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

It can get hot in the summer, but you get a breeze off the ocean most afternoons. If you live on the waterways, it seems to be a little cooler. Winters are  More

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Over 14 years ago

New to the area, but soon to know more. Florida is a sunshine state  More

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Over 17 years ago

Coming from Virginia, the Merritt Island architecture leaves a lot to be desired. Hurricane season (June - November) causes me a lot of  More

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