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Merritt Island, FL vs Lewiston, ID

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Are people in Lewiston older or younger than people in Merritt Island?
- The Median Age in Lewiston is 10.3 years younger than in Merritt Island.

Are housing costs cheaper in Lewiston or Merritt Island?
- Lewiston housing costs are 24.5% less expensive than Merritt Island housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Lewiston or Merritt Island?
- The average commute for residents of Lewiston is 10.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Merritt Island.

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

Things to do in Lewiston?
Lewiston ID is situated east from Moscow in North Idaho boasting plenty of outdoor attractions such as Hells Gate State Park and Snake River perfect for fishing, camping or swimming.

 Merritt Island, FLLewiston, IDUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,964329,725,481
 Median Income$78,022  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$433,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time24.06  Unlock26.38
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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Reviews for Lewiston    6 Reviews

We have lived in the Lewiston area for over seven years. If you are a dog person, this is not the place for you. No 24/7 emergency care. Very poor vet care. Our dog  More

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Maybe 15 inches 40 yrs ago, but now mostly a few inches periodically, but it doesn't stick long. I moved back in 2001-2007 and only once was the snowfall over a few  More

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Just need to know if anyone knows a good place to start to find rental homes or a website they can refer me to. My father-n-law is moving up there and doesn't want to  More

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