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Port Royal, SC vs St. Marys, GA

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Are people in St. Marys older or younger than people in Port Royal?
- The Median Age in St. Marys is 8.5 years older than in Port Royal.

Are housing costs cheaper in St. Marys or Port Royal?
- St. Marys housing costs are 6.5% less expensive than Port Royal housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, St. Marys or Port Royal?
- The average commute for residents of St. Marys is 4.4 minutes longer than it is for residents of Port Royal.

Things to do in Port Royal?
Port Royal, SC is an unincorporated community and part of Beaufort County situated near South Carolina coast with a population estimated around 300 people living there . Port Royal hosts one main event each year – Blessing Of The Fleet Festival that brings crowds from all year for celebration honoring shrimping heritage linked with this community since 1660's when first volunteers crewed South Carolina’s first warships named “The Grand Port Royal Expedition. Other activities include beachcombing at Hunting Island gathering shells or exploring nearby marshlands on Duggan’s Island making great bird watching locations ideal for nature lovers out there.

Things to do in St. Marys?
Located on the St. Marys River near Florida’s border this small coastal town has become increasingly popular with beach goers looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of bigger cities without sacrificing too much entertainment or advantage over amenities such us art galleries eateries shops festivals public parks etc.. Making it great place those who want experience something different yet close beach activities!

 Port Royal, SCSt. Marys, GAUnited States
 Population  Unlock18,200329,725,481
 Median Income$63,645  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3538.4
 Avg. Home Price$283,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.57  Unlock26.38
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I'm not the type to sugarcoat reviews, I call it as I see it. So here goes. I will admit that St. Marys embraces that small town mentality. They do have regular  More

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You have to know what you want. Don't expect St Marys to be something it's not. If you want traffic and congestion, don't move here. It was a small town that  More

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This sweet little town is just what my family was looking for — a quiet place adjacent to the marshes, river and seashore. It’s affordable and safe, without the traffic  More

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