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Punta Gorda, FL vs Westwood, NJ

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Are people in Westwood older or younger than people in Punta Gorda?
- The Median Age in Westwood is 22.8 years younger than in Punta Gorda.

Are housing costs cheaper in Westwood or Punta Gorda?
- Westwood housing costs are 38.7% more expensive than Punta Gorda housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Westwood or Punta Gorda?
- The average commute for residents of Westwood is 9.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Punta Gorda.

Things to do in Punta Gorda?
Punta Gorda, FL is a delightful city southwest of Sarasota boasting several spectacular sights such as Fishermen's Village displaying its unique environment or Laishley Park great for recreational activities; they hold vibrant events like Seafood & Music Festival each March.

Things to do in Westwood?
Westwood, NJ is an attractive borough northwest of Newark full of incredible sites such as Washington Spring Preserve Displaying its distinct landscape or Westwood Recreation Center great for recreational activities; visitors can also join in the magnificent Summerfest celebrating culture through arts and music every June.

 Punta Gorda, FLWestwood, NJUnited States
 Population  Unlock11,267329,725,481
 Median Income$68,923  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$388,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.97  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Punta Gorda    15 Reviews

When we were visiting different cities in Florida, we quickly realised that Punta Gorda is the friendliest gulf coast town in south Florida BY FAR! My wife and I bought  More

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I haven't lived in Punta Gorda, so I'm not sure about every nook and cranny of the place, however I did visit for about a month during the winter and about another 2  More

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Over 8 years ago

We have lived here for six years and enjoy it very much. One gets used to the summers but they are uncomfortable. The fishing is pretty good - used to be much better.  More

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Reviews for Westwood    2 Reviews

Over 18 years ago

the Pascack Valley region of Bergen County, NJ is THE place to be! It encompasses River Vale, Hillsdale, Westwood, and Emerson with Westwood being the epi-center. I grew  More

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Over 19 years ago

The change of seasons used to be exciting, but now the winters are so dreary. Summer comes and goes so quickly. I always hate to see it end. I just want to live  More

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