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Poughkeepsie, NY vs Sheffield, OH

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Are people in Sheffield older or younger than people in Poughkeepsie?
- The Median Age in Sheffield is 11.4 years older than in Poughkeepsie.

Are housing costs cheaper in Sheffield or Poughkeepsie?
- Sheffield housing costs are 9.6% more expensive than Poughkeepsie housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Sheffield or Poughkeepsie?
- The average commute for residents of Sheffield is 2.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Poughkeepsie.

Things to do in Poughkeepsie?
Poughkeepsie is situated on the Hudson River within Dutchess County in New York—and has historically been known for its beautiful riverfront views along with other attractions such as Locust Grove Nature Center & Historic Estate and Poughkeepsie Farms & Creamery where visitors can learn about sustainability while indulging their sweet tooth!

Things to do in Sheffield?
Sheffield, OH is a beautiful and vibrant small town nestled in the hills of northeast Ohio. The town has a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, where neighbors are always willing to help each other out. Residents have access to plenty of outdoor activities like walking and biking trails, fishing spots, golf courses, and parks. There's also plenty of cultural attractions like museums, art galleries, and theaters. Shopping options range from cute boutiques to larger retail outlets. With its convenient location near Cleveland and Akron, Sheffield is an ideal place for someone looking for both the close-knit feeling of a small town as well as access to big city amenities.

 Poughkeepsie, NYSheffield, OHUnited States
 Population  Unlock4,170329,725,481
 Median Income$48,805  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock50.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$234,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.8  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Poughkeepsie    10 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

I have mixed feelings about Poughkeepsie because there are equally as many things I love about that town as there are things I hate about it so I'm just going to write a  More

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Over 12 years ago

Prices are high here. housing is easily 25-30percent of our monthly  More

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Over 13 years ago

It'd be great if jobs were available. This city is OK but COL is so much higher in NY than where I was raised in South Maybe I should head  More

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