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Mount Holly, NC vs Shirley, NY

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Are people in Shirley older or younger than people in Mount Holly?
- The Median Age in Shirley is 1.6 years older than in Mount Holly.

Are housing costs cheaper in Shirley or Mount Holly?
- Shirley housing costs are 32.1% more expensive than Mount Holly housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Shirley or Mount Holly?
- The average commute for residents of Shirley is 9.0 minutes longer than it is for residents of Mount Holly.

Things to do in Mount Holly?
Mount Holly is a small town located in Gaston County with an estimated population of 13,987 according to the 2019 census. The town has plenty of amenities such as schools, parks and libraries that its residents can use for leisure or educational purposes plus many small businesses providing locals with jobs.

Things to do in Shirley?
A hamlet within Brookhaven Town in Suffolk County, boasts rural charm without sacrificing access to urban centers like Patchogue Village or Medford Lakeside Shopping Center for those who prefer an indoor shopping experience. The community hosts annual festivals throughout the year including their almost 50-year running festival at Wildwood State Park each July 4th weekend featuring classic car shows, firework displays & carnival rides!

 Mount Holly, NCShirley, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock28,059329,725,481
 Median Income$64,742  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3938.4
 Avg. Home Price$321,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.82  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Shirley    7 Reviews

Your standard, run-of-the-mill suburb, complete with strip malls and endless suburban sprawl. I suppose it's ideal for well-off retirees, the beach is nice and has  More

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Over 12 years ago

High taxes but nice middle class town,schools are nice  More

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Over 12 years ago

nice schools dont believe what some people say,if you looking to live here you should come and drive around few blocks you will like it, its a nice middle class  More

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