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Newark, DE vs Phoenixville, PA

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Are people in Phoenixville older or younger than people in Newark?
- The Median Age in Phoenixville is 11.6 years older than in Newark.

Are housing costs cheaper in Phoenixville or Newark?
- Phoenixville housing costs are 29.8% more expensive than Newark housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Phoenixville or Newark?
- The average commute for residents of Phoenixville is 5.4 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 Phoenixville?
Phoenixville, located about 40 miles outside of Philadelphia in Chester County, Pennsylvania, is known for its charming downtown with numerous shops, restaurants and cafes. The area boasts plenty of scenic trails perfect for hiking or biking during summer months as well as historical landmarks like Colonial Phoenixville Park which take visitors back centuries ago.

 Newark, DEPhoenixville, PAUnited States
 Population  Unlock18,437329,725,481
 Median Income$61,646  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$325,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.7%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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Reviews for Phoenixville    1 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

Ive been living in phoenixville my entire life, looking to get out though. In the area there are a few parks. Valley forge is right outside phoeniville, about 10  More

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