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Newark, DE vs Brookside, DE

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Are people in Brookside older or younger than people in Newark?
- The Median Age in Brookside is 12.1 years older than in Newark.

Are housing costs cheaper in Brookside or Newark?
- Brookside housing costs are 20.4% less expensive than Newark housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Brookside or Newark?
- The average commute for residents of Brookside is 1.9 minutes longer than it is for residents of Newark.

Things to do in Newark?
Newark, DE is located in New Castle County and provides its residents with access to nearby Wilmington attractions plus several unique destinations of its own including the Newark Reservoir.

Things to do in Brookside?
Brookside, DE is an attractive village south of Wilmington home to plenty of enjoyable spots such as Bellefonte Arts & Theatre Center hosting theatrical plays or Delaware Children's Museum boasting interactive exhibits; their yearly event Brookfest brings people together with lots of music and games.

 Newark, DEBrookside, DEUnited States
 Population  Unlock14,202329,725,481
 Median Income$61,646  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$325,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time22.46  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Newark    8 Reviews

Over 13 years ago

Generally, Delaware public schools are dreadful. Most people that can afford it choose to invest in their child or children by sending them anywhere but to a Delaware  More

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I have lived in Newark for 27 years. My great-grandmother owned the Windy Hills development when it was a farm, and my father even grew up in the same house that I did.  More

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I am thinking of moving to Newark, but wanted to know if commuting to Philly is possible, especially outside of 9-5 hours. I see PATCO runs to Newark, but I don't know  More

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