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Parkersburg, WV vs New Albany, IN

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Are people in New Albany older or younger than people in Parkersburg?
- The Median Age in New Albany is 3.5 years younger than in Parkersburg.

Are housing costs cheaper in New Albany or Parkersburg?
- New Albany housing costs are 46.9% more expensive than Parkersburg housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, New Albany or Parkersburg?
- The average commute for residents of New Albany is 2.5 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 New Albany?
New Albany, Indiana sits within Floyd county featuring numerous attractions such as Rose Island Amusement Park or Schimpff's Confectionery Museum combined with stores like Market Square Mall and multiple dining spots including Mother Bear's Pizza.

 Parkersburg, WVNew Albany, INUnited States
 Population  Unlock37,350329,725,481
 Median Income$38,960  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$133,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.8%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 New Albany    2 Reviews

Over 9 years ago

I've lived in New Albany Indiana nearly six years. This town is one of the friendliest I have ever lived in. People are almost always helpful and good. Life  More

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Over 18 years ago

Many 100+ year old homes, not much to do there, close to to the Ohio River, pretty bad for allergy suffers. Schools not good. Excise tax on auto is paid every year and  More

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