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Moss Point, MS vs Melbourne, FL

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Are people in Melbourne older or younger than people in Moss Point?
- The Median Age in Melbourne is 0.7 years older than in Moss Point.

Are housing costs cheaper in Melbourne or Moss Point?
- Melbourne housing costs are 197.8% more expensive than Moss Point housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Melbourne or Moss Point?
- The average commute for residents of Melbourne is 1.7 minutes longer than it is for residents of Moss Point.

Things to do in Moss Point?
Moss Point, MS is an inviting small city south of Pascagoula full of amazing places to explore like Lorraine Island Wildlife Sanctuary displaying its unique environment or Escatawpa Hollow Park ideal for camping; they organize vivid festivals like Moss Point Seafood Festival every September.

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.

 Moss Point, MSMelbourne, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock83,500329,725,481
 Median Income$43,471  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$116,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.92  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Moss Point    2 Reviews

Over 8 years ago

I came here from Maine believing that like Maine, my service dog would be allowed anywhere I am. Come to find out that in Moss Point, MS hotels, service dogs are not  More

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Over 12 years ago

I purchased a house today in Moss Point Mississippi and at closing I found out that where the house is located in Moss Point I will have to pay both CITY and COUNTY  More

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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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