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Norwalk, CT vs New Rochelle, NY

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Are people in New Rochelle older or younger than people in Norwalk?
- The Median Age in New Rochelle is 0.4 years older than in Norwalk.

Are housing costs cheaper in New Rochelle or Norwalk?
- New Rochelle housing costs are 48.2% more expensive than Norwalk housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, New Rochelle or Norwalk?
- The average commute for residents of New Rochelle is 5.3 minutes longer 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 New Rochelle?
New Rochelle, New York lies in Westchester County providing visitors easy access to both modern venues such as The Loft at City Council as well as classic landmarks like Thomas Paine Cottage Museum.

 Norwalk, CTNew Rochelle, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock80,685329,725,481
 Median Income$91,434  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$527,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.83  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Norwalk    8 Reviews

There's nothing fun to do  More

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Over 15 years ago

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

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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 New Rochelle    2 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

I recently moved out of new rochelle because i wanted to get my own home for me it was hard because i couldn't afford a house there i love new rochelle and i wish it was  More

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the cost of living in new rochelle is high i used to be a resident but i visit the city about 2-3 times a month besides the high cost of living the city has alot to  More

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