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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Norwalk, CT vs Cheshire, CT

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Are people in Cheshire older or younger than people in Norwalk?
- The Median Age in Cheshire is 5.0 years older than in Norwalk.

Are housing costs cheaper in Cheshire or Norwalk?
- Cheshire housing costs are 22.7% less expensive than Norwalk housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Cheshire or Norwalk?
- The average commute for residents of Cheshire is 0.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Norwalk.

Things to do in Norwalk?
Norwalk, Connecticut is renowned for its maritime industry but there’s so much more to explore here - take a ferry ride around Long Island Sound or enjoy walks in Calf Pasture Beach Park.

Things to do in Cheshire?
Cheshire, CT is a town located in New Haven County in southern Connecticut. It was founded in 1780 and is known for its quiet suburbs and green spaces. There are several parks within Cheshire that offer outdoor activities like hiking and camping, as well as charming historic buildings such as Lock 12 Historic Park and Witch Meadow Lake Beach Park.

 Norwalk, CTCheshire, CTUnited States
 Population  Unlock28,766329,725,481
 Median Income$91,434  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock45.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$527,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.83  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Norwalk    8 Reviews
kyle · Norwalk, CT
There's nothing fun to do here!
Over 14 years ago

There's nothing fun to do  More

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William · Norwalk, CT
Norwalk snapshot
Over 15 years ago

Very diverse. Good food,entertainment and social activities. High housing costs and property  More

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lizbeth · Norwalk, CT
cost of living
Over 16 years ago

Lots to do, but everything is expensive. Taxes are high (i.e.property, which includes each vehicle that you own)and services are just okay, not  More

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Reviews for Cheshire    2 Reviews
Pete · Cheshire, CT
Cheshire
Over 12 years ago

Overall excellent town for raising kids. When comparing towns look at the numbers, they take out any biases. You get the most for your family in  More

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Bp · Meriden, CT
Why I Love Cheshire
Over 15 years ago

I love Cheshire because the people there are friendly,mind their own business and the town is so pretty! I live in Meriden and I go to Cheshire often just to relax.  More

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