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Northampton, MA vs Freeport, ME

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Are people in Freeport older or younger than people in Northampton?
- The Median Age in Freeport is 6.7 years older than in Northampton.

Are housing costs cheaper in Freeport or Northampton?
- Freeport housing costs are 44.6% more expensive than Northampton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Freeport or Northampton?
- The average commute for residents of Freeport is 0.5 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Northampton.

Things to do in Northampton?
Northampton, MA lies on the banks of the Connecticut River on beautiful Paradise Pond—known locally as “The Valley”—and provides access to hiking trails through Mount Tom State Reservation or kayaking down the river’s rapids in downtown Northampton State Park .

Things to do in Freeport?
Living in Freeport, ME is truly a dream. It is a small coastal town that sits right on Casco Bay with beautiful views of the ocean and the rocky coastline. There’s something for everyone here; from bustling shops and restaurants to quiet nature trails and pristine beaches, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The small-town atmosphere offers an inviting feeling, providing a sense of comfort and community. People from all over come to experience the unique charm that Freeport has to offer, making it one of Maine's most popular coastal towns.

 Northampton, MAFreeport, MEUnited States
 Population  Unlock8,622329,725,481
 Median Income$72,687  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock47.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$402,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time21.55  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Northampton    6 Reviews

I was born in Northampton in the 1960"s and have lived other places but always came back to live here. My two children were born here too. What draws be back to  More

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The greater Northampton, MA area is generally a pretty good place to live, if you're interested in Western MA or southern New England in general. MA is more affordable  More

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Northampton is a very progressive, diverse, liberal small city where you will find so much to do in just the downtown area alone. Music, shopping, restaurants, bars,  More

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