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Pinehurst, NC vs Phoenixville, PA

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Are people in Phoenixville older or younger than people in Pinehurst?
- The Median Age in Phoenixville is 24.4 years younger than in Pinehurst.

Are housing costs cheaper in Phoenixville or Pinehurst?
- Phoenixville housing costs are 6.9% less expensive than Pinehurst housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Phoenixville or Pinehurst?
- The average commute for residents of Phoenixville is 6.0 minutes longer than it is for residents of Pinehurst.

Things to do in Pinehurst?
Nestled in the heart of the Sandhills region lies Pinehurst -- a serene town that offers world-class golf courses plus plenty of outdoor activities like hiking and biking on its many trails. Residents can also take advantage of nearby American Indian heritage sites or spend an afternoon fishing around one of North Carolina’s larger lakes.

Things to do in Phoenixville?
Phoenixville, located about 40 miles outside of Philadelphia in Chester County, Pennsylvania, is known for its charming downtown with numerous shops, restaurants and cafes. The area boasts plenty of scenic trails perfect for hiking or biking during summer months as well as historical landmarks like Colonial Phoenixville Park which take visitors back centuries ago.

 Pinehurst, NCPhoenixville, PAUnited States
 Population  Unlock18,437329,725,481
 Median Income$92,342  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$454,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time21.92  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Pinehurst    3 Reviews

I've lived here all my life, born and raised. This area is and will always be known for golf but we also have a really big horse community. The area is a well know  More

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Over 17 years ago

We have to travel 1 to 2 hours to have anything to do. So if you want to live in a small town and don't mind traveling out of town for good restaurants, ball games, and  More

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Over 17 years ago

Pinehurst is a small town that is growing rapidly. It once attracted those that were retiring or vacationing. Void of the bright lights, but plenty to do. People of  More

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Reviews for Phoenixville    1 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

Ive been living in phoenixville my entire life, looking to get out though. In the area there are a few parks. Valley forge is right outside phoeniville, about 10  More

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