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Pottstown, PA vs Wilkes-Barre, PA

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Are people in Wilkes-Barre older or younger than people in Pottstown?
- The Median Age in Wilkes-Barre is 0.7 years younger than in Pottstown.

Are housing costs cheaper in Wilkes-Barre or Pottstown?
- Wilkes-Barre housing costs are 57.2% less expensive than Pottstown housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Wilkes-Barre or Pottstown?
- The average commute for residents of Wilkes-Barre is 9.7 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Pottstown.

Things to do in Pottstown?
Pottstown, PA is a borough in Montgomery County situated along the Schuylkill River. It has a rich history as the former iron-making capital of Pennsylvania and is known for its many historical sites and buildings.

Things to do in Wilkes-Barre?
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania sits within Luzerne county providing residents entertainment options from exploring Seven Tubs Natural Area to swimming at Kirby Park plus local food spots like Liquid Planet Bar & Grill.

 Pottstown, PAWilkes-Barre, PAUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,086329,725,481
 Median Income$52,722  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$297,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock12.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time27.79  Unlock26.38
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Lynn · Kingston, PA
Born and raised
Over 5 years ago

I had the privilege of being born and raised here in Wilkes-Barre. Unfortunately, the town has deteriorated tremendously. I shall list pros vs.  More

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michael · Willington, CT
Former King's Student
Over 18 years ago

Wilkes-Barre was a wonderful place to go to college. With two schools near each other (King's College and Wilkes College) the atmosphere was exciting. The city of itself  More

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