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Palmetto, FL vs Winter Haven, FL

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Are people in Winter Haven older or younger than people in Palmetto?
- The Median Age in Winter Haven is 8.1 years younger than in Palmetto.

Are housing costs cheaper in Winter Haven or Palmetto?
- Winter Haven housing costs are 27.0% less expensive than Palmetto housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Winter Haven or Palmetto?
- The average commute for residents of Winter Haven is 0.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Palmetto.

Things to do in Palmetto?
Palmetto, FL is a pleasant town south of Bradenton featuring several spectacular spots such as Mosaic Park perfect for exploring or Bishop Harbor Nature Trail ideal for picnicking; locals gather yearly at the remarkable Palmetto Pig Fest celebrating local culture with music and art.

Things to do in Winter Haven?
Winter Haven, Florida lies within Polk county offering tourists plenty of entertainment opportunities around Legoland Florida Resort along with local stores like The Lakeside Village Shopping Center.

 Palmetto, FLWinter Haven, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock48,707329,725,481
 Median Income$50,762  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock4138.4
 Avg. Home Price$385,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time23.57  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Palmetto    3 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

Best bet for Florida living is newer bedroom communities. Closer to inland parks for canoe and kayak, but a quick drive to the shore. There's not a safe city in the  More

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I am a 40yr old single female who moved to Palmetto about 6 years ago. Since I have been here, I have seen the change in the town. Despite a bad economy, Palmetto  More

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Over 18 years ago

My husband and I are moving from this area because the schools are more than poor. With almost no after school activites or diverse educational choices. If you child  More

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Reviews for Winter Haven    9 Reviews

Over 2 years ago

I moved here 4 years ago from Sarasota FL., because it seemed quiet, calmer, less expensive, and a reasonable distance back to SRQ, Tampa, and Orlando. What a mistake!  More

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Definitely NOT a fan. My son moved me here without checking the rental home or neighborhood. WOW, we're we in for a surprise. It's total ghetto. I would NEVER  More

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Over 8 years ago

I lived in Bartow, right down the road from WH for many years. This is not a metropolitan area. It is middle class, bedroom community. It will take you less than an hour  More

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