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Norristown, PA vs Ithaca, NY

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Are people in Ithaca older or younger than people in Norristown?
- The Median Age in Ithaca is 11.3 years younger than in Norristown.

Are housing costs cheaper in Ithaca or Norristown?
- Ithaca housing costs are 23.3% more expensive than Norristown housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Ithaca or Norristown?
- The average commute for residents of Ithaca is 9.7 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Norristown.

Things to do in Norristown?
Norristown, PA is located just northwest of Philadelphia providing easy access to city amenities while also offering its own attractions such a historic churches and museums.

Things to do in Ithaca?
Ithaca, NY lies along Cayuga Lake with tall gorges giving way to spectacular waterfalls like Ithaca Falls where visitors can marvel at beauty while strolling along its cascades side trails. Not only does this college town have some unique natural sites but it's also a mecca for art buffs since there’s tons galleries featuring works from local artists sprinkled around too!

 Norristown, PAIthaca, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,819329,725,481
 Median Income$55,354  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock22.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$269,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.89  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Norristown    2 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

No review yet, rather a preview: We are looking to relocate from Hong Kong to Philadelphia or its environs and, via Internet sources, we get the impression that  More

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Keep an eye out here for news of the(10 sound stage) Movie Studio coming to Norristown. Norristown Real Estate values are on the rise(Zillow.com)and may go even higher,  More

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Reviews for Ithaca    32 Reviews

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For a small city, its downtown has grown significantly and serves as the hub of the community. The Ithaca Commons remains the central gathering space for locals,  More

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Over 4 years ago

Great place to live. Lots to do, vibrant culture, and beautiful scenery. Don't fear the winter--it's even beautiful then. Only complaint is the housing market. Way  More

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I was born, raised, educated there (Ithaca High and Cornell). In my opinion, before leaving to pursue my career, it seemed like the most beautiful, clean, low crime,  More

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