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Riverhead, NY vs Binghamton, NY

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Highlights
Are people in Binghamton older or younger than people in Riverhead?
- The Median Age in Binghamton is 13.2 years younger than in Riverhead.

Are housing costs cheaper in Binghamton or Riverhead?
- Binghamton housing costs are 80.3% less expensive than Riverhead housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Binghamton or Riverhead?
- The average commute for residents of Binghamton is 10.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Riverhead.

Things to do in Riverhead?
Riverhead NY stands at the mouth of Long Island’s Peconic River nestled amidst rolling hills dotted by vineyards & white sandy beaches making it ideal spot for spending days outdoors or visiting nearby wineries and restaurants that bring out this town’s true character.

Things to do in Binghamton?
Binghamton, New York is located in Broome County and stands out for its entertainment options such as the Forum Theater or Kopernik Planetarium plus access to nearby Chenango River.

 Riverhead, NYBinghamton, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock47,828329,725,481
 Median Income$80,595  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$650,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time27.6  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Binghamton    29 Reviews

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Very cool place with loads of popular restaurants (some award winning), hiking, winter activities/sports, fishing, boating, central location -making it SO EASY for  More

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Over 4 years ago

I can't understand the strong negativity, at least not totally. I have been here for a while now and have been (years ago). Back in the big recession there were some  More

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Over 4 years ago

I've lived in this area my whole life-all 23 years of it. Even in my lifetime about half the businesses I remember are now boarded up often with no replacements. So many  More

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