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Orono, ME vs Laramie, WY

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Are people in Laramie older or younger than people in Orono?
- The Median Age in Laramie is 4.3 years older than in Orono.

Are housing costs cheaper in Laramie or Orono?
- Laramie housing costs are 26.1% more expensive than Orono housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Laramie or Orono?
- The average commute for residents of Laramie is 3.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Orono.

Things to do in Orono?
Orono, ME lies just outside Bangor in Penobscot County with a population close to 11,500 people. Here you can find attractions like the University of Maine Museum of Art featuring numerous collections & artwork from around the world or take part in outdoor activities like fishing along Mountain Lake offering various species of fish ideal for anglers looking to catch something special!

Things to do in Laramie?
Laramie WY can be found near the iconic Medicine Bow National Forest millions year old rock formations alongside hot springs, flowing creeks, and tranquil lakes all paired with easy access to modern amenities like local bars & live music venues.

 Orono, MELaramie, WYUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,501329,725,481
 Median Income$51,233  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock26.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$266,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time15.79  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Laramie    20 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

Out of all the places we have lived, Laramie is our favorite place we have lived. The locals are nice. Neighbors know each other. Neighbors help each other out. If you  More

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I have lived in Laramie for 35 years. It's true If you want malls and shopping this is not the place for you. There is not much high fashion here. Laramie is for people  More

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I no longer fear hell as I have now lived in Laramie for 2 years. Where to begin? The first thing I will mention is the ridiculous housing prices for what you are  More

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