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Rochester, NH vs Derry, NH

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Highlights
Are people in Derry older or younger than people in Rochester?
- The Median Age in Derry is 3.6 years younger than in Rochester.

Are housing costs cheaper in Derry or Rochester?
- Derry housing costs are 27.3% more expensive than Rochester housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Derry or Rochester?
- The average commute for residents of Derry is 4.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Rochester.

Things to do in Rochester?
Rochester NH can be found southeast Manchester popular primarily due its abundance of recreational activities from tennis courts, playgrounds and biking to skate parks offering plenty of fun regardless what season it is alongside vast selection eateries providing food from all around world.

Things to do in Derry?
Derry, NH lies just south of Manchester offering plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as camping, fishing plus an abundance of local restaurants for visitors to experience.

 Rochester, NHDerry, NHUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,197329,725,481
 Median Income$70,582  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3938.4
 Avg. Home Price$326,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time27.16  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Rochester    3 Reviews

After living here for almost twelve years, I become happier each year with my choice. Rochester has lots of space left for development. It provides good community  More

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Awful horrid place, people have such a terrible attitude and can't (or at least won't) keep to their own business, ALWAYS starting and causing DRAMA, BS, HEADGAMES, and  More

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Rochester is a beautiful New England small town within commuting and shopping distance to Portsmouth and Boston. Close to both the White Mountains and the Seacoast  More

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