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Parkersburg, WV vs Massillon, OH

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Are people in Massillon older or younger than people in Parkersburg?
- The Median Age in Massillon is 0.5 years younger than in Parkersburg.

Are housing costs cheaper in Massillon or Parkersburg?
- Massillon housing costs are 25.6% more expensive than Parkersburg housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Massillon or Parkersburg?
- The average commute for residents of Massillon is 2.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Parkersburg.

Things to do in Parkersburg?
Parkersburg, WV is the seat of Wood County situated on the Ohio River. This small town offers a relaxing atmosphere while still having all the advantages of city life with great shopping centers, restaurants and bars.

Things to do in Massillon?
Massillon OH sits southwest from Akron known mostly for its abundance of cultural activities such as the Pro Football Hall of Fame Museum and the Grapette Amphitheater plus nearby shopping centers like Belden Village Mall.

 Parkersburg, WVMassillon, OHUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,199329,725,481
 Median Income$38,960  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$133,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.77  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Parkersburg    10 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

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Over 15 years ago

Just like most places, Parkersburg definitely has it's pros and cons. The pros: pretty low crime rate (although it's growing more and more every year), typically no  More

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Have worked at St Josephs for the past 11 weeks as a travel RN in the CVICU. A very friendly hospital, great hospitalist and physician availability with CV surgeons of  More

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Reviews for Massillon    2 Reviews

One of the best kept secrets around. Low cost of living. Good four seasons climate. Many small-community  More

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Over 15 years ago

Massillon is a very nice place to live but the education system is in need of overhaul I think the schoolboard and the board of education are to friendly. They are  More

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