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Merrillville, IN vs Salisbury, NC

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Are people in Salisbury older or younger than people in Merrillville?
- The Median Age in Salisbury is 2.9 years younger than in Merrillville.

Are housing costs cheaper in Salisbury or Merrillville?
- Salisbury housing costs are 12.7% more expensive than Merrillville housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Salisbury or Merrillville?
- The average commute for residents of Salisbury is 6.4 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Merrillville.

Things to do in Merrillville?
Merrillville IN lies on Lake Michigan northwest corner Indiana making great location live work play filled activities entertainment that family can enjoy

Things to do in Salisbury?
Salisbury, NC is a vibrant city located near the beautiful Uwharrie National Forest and other areas of natural beauty. The area offers plenty of attractions such as historical sites, museums and charming shops ideal for shopping or browsing.

 Merrillville, INSalisbury, NCUnited States
 Population  Unlock35,258329,725,481
 Median Income$61,230  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock35.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$219,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time27.29  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Merrillville    3 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

too close to Gary with that  More

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Just thirty minuits from Chicago . Good schools. Low cost of  More

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Reasonable cost of living and fairly safe. Also close to Chitown so the cultural stuff is there. Shopping is run of the mill brand name franchises, nothing too  More

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Reviews for Salisbury    9 Reviews

Over 6 years ago

So we went to check out the area today as we consider buying nearby. I read all this crime stuff etc. I rolled through my potential hood and talked to a variety of  More

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A big thank you to Leanne for her candid, well written review. She saved us a lot of time and money. Salisbury is off our bucket list. Wonderful old houses, though. We  More

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The apparently bucolic town of Salisbury is set in a beautiful southern climate with lots of beautiful historic homes and huge old-growth oaks. Those charming  More

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