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Northampton, MA vs West Yarmouth, MA

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Are people in West Yarmouth older or younger than people in Northampton?
- The Median Age in West Yarmouth is 7.6 years older than in Northampton.

Are housing costs cheaper in West Yarmouth or Northampton?
- West Yarmouth housing costs are 5.2% less expensive than Northampton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, West Yarmouth or Northampton?
- The average commute for residents of West Yarmouth is 2.4 minutes longer 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 West Yarmouth?
West Yarmouth, MA is a beautiful seaside town that offers its residents a perfect combination of beach town charm and city life. There are plenty of activities and attractions to enjoy, from the stunning beaches to the local restaurants, shops, and museums. The town has a friendly atmosphere and is a great place to live if you want to be close to Cape Cod’s many outdoor adventures. With plenty of outdoor activities like fishing, boating, hiking, biking and more, there is always something exciting going on in West Yarmouth. The town also has a thriving art scene with galleries, performance spaces and music venues popping up all over the area. Whether you’re looking for an easy-going lifestyle or endless entertainment options, West Yarmouth has something for everyone.

 Northampton, MAWest Yarmouth, MAUnited States
 Population  Unlock6,124329,725,481
 Median Income$72,687  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock48.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$402,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock9.0%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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Reviews for West Yarmouth    1 Reviews

Over 18 years ago

I have lived on the cape most of my life. Now that I am an adult with children of my own I would say that the quality of life here is wonderful...for most if you can  More

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