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Melbourne, FL vs Phenix City, AL

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Are people in Phenix City older or younger than people in Melbourne?
- The Median Age in Phenix City is 6.6 years younger than in Melbourne.

Are housing costs cheaper in Phenix City or Melbourne?
- Phenix City housing costs are 51.8% less expensive than Melbourne housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Phenix City or Melbourne?
- The average commute for residents of Phenix City is 0.1 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 Phenix City?
Phenix City, Alabama is found in Russell County offering its citizens access to parks including Phenix City Riverwalk while also having shopping options near Peachtree Mall plus multiple restaurants including Just Friends

 Melbourne, FLPhenix City, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock38,216329,725,481
 Median Income$55,543  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock35.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$348,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.7%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 Phenix City    2 Reviews

Phenix City Ala--Has got to be the arm pit of the south---Lack of jobs makes it a very dangerous place to live,crime is out of control --drugs are every where and the  More

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I live in Fort Mitchell and the school ratio teacher to student at Fort Mitchell is incorrect. Its more like 25 students per teacher and its growing rapidly as many  More

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