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Pinehurst, NC vs Silver Spring, MD

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Are people in Silver Spring older or younger than people in Pinehurst?
- The Median Age in Silver Spring is 24.2 years younger than in Pinehurst.

Are housing costs cheaper in Silver Spring or Pinehurst?
- Silver Spring housing costs are 19.4% more expensive than Pinehurst housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Silver Spring or Pinehurst?
- The average commute for residents of Silver Spring is 13.0 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 Silver Spring?
Silver Spring, Maryland lies in Montgomery County and provides locals and visitors alike with a host of attractions such as the AFI Silver Theatre & Cultural Center or Discovery Communications Headquarters.

 Pinehurst, NCSilver Spring, MDUnited States
 Population  Unlock82,472329,725,481
 Median Income$92,342  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$454,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.7%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 Silver Spring    18 Reviews

Growing up in Silver Spring, my family and I have been residents for the better part of 25 years. Although some of the development has been great (Discovery Channel, new  More

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What a delightful school! The first time we drove up to the school, our first impression was of the charming shaded playground with wooden structures and surrounding  More

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What a delightful school! The first time we drove up to the school, our first impression was of the charming shaded playground with wooden structures and surrounding  More

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