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Pittsfield, MA vs Fort Payne, AL

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Are people in Fort Payne older or younger than people in Pittsfield?
- The Median Age in Fort Payne is 4.8 years younger than in Pittsfield.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fort Payne or Pittsfield?
- Fort Payne housing costs are 35.5% less expensive than Pittsfield housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fort Payne or Pittsfield?
- The average commute for residents of Fort Payne is 2.3 minutes longer than it is for residents of Pittsfield.

Things to do in Pittsfield?
Pittsfield, Massachusetts lies within Berkshire County providing visitors great entertainment opportunities from the Colonial Theatre to Hancock Shaker Village along with food spots like Rubiner’s Cheese & Grocery Store.

Things to do in Fort Payne?
Fort Payne, AL is an old industrial city found northeast of Birmingham boasting one of the most impressive waterfalls in the US - Little River Canyon National Preserve - home to over 20 miles of trails perfect for outdoor lovers that want to hike or even go whitewater rafting while taking in all the beauty this natural wonder has to offer.

 Pittsfield, MAFort Payne, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock14,730329,725,481
 Median Income$59,522  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$263,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.59  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Pittsfield    6 Reviews

Over 10 years ago

I have grown up in Pittsfield, moved away, and came back. The loss of the GE manufacturing plant in the 80's adversely affected this blue collar city. This is not the  More

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Pittsfield has done nothing to attract any form of business for the 40 of 47 years that I have lived here. The current tax rate is now 3.7% for business property - that  More

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Hello, I was surprised to see Pittsfield, MA, listed as one of the towns with least crime. We've had 4 shootings since the beginning of the year! Where do you get  More

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Reviews for Fort Payne    2 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

Slow paced, pretty topography, close to  More

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Over 12 years ago

great place to live. people are friendly once they get to know you. very tight knit community. low crime, great weather. no employment. awesome beauty! relocated from  More

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