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Point Pleasant, NJ vs State College, PA

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Are people in State College older or younger than people in Point Pleasant?
- The Median Age in State College is 23.8 years younger than in Point Pleasant.

Are housing costs cheaper in State College or Point Pleasant?
- State College housing costs are 39.5% less expensive than Point Pleasant housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, State College or Point Pleasant?
- The average commute for residents of State College is 14.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Point Pleasant.

Things to do in Point Pleasant?
Point Pleasant, NJ is an attractive borough east of Trenton home to numerous wonderful sights including Point Pleasant Beach exhibiting tranquil grounds and gardens or Jenkinson's Boardwalk ideal for picnicking; they organize vibrant events like 4th of July Parade & Fireworks Show each June.

Things to do in State College?
State College, Pennsylvania sits within Centre county featuring numerous parks combined with stores like Nittany Mall while also having local restaurants like Big Bowl Noodle House.

 Point Pleasant, NJState College, PAUnited States
 Population  Unlock40,352329,725,481
 Median Income$102,143  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock21.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$587,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time30.35  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for State College    27 Reviews

I relocated to State College about 30 years ago. We hadn’t planned to stay this long, but life here is “easy”. Outdoor activities are ample. There are many beautiful  More

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State College is a small "safe" town, you will always see friends, coworkers, physicians, mechanics, supervisors...at the doctor's office, in the store, near your home,  More

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Over 15 years ago

I lived in State College, PA all my life untill 2006 when we finally moved south where it was warmer. State College itself is a fun place to be when it comes to football  More

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