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Safety Harbor, FL vs Fairhope, AL

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Are people in Fairhope older or younger than people in Safety Harbor?
- The Median Age in Fairhope is 4.0 years younger than in Safety Harbor.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fairhope or Safety Harbor?
- Fairhope housing costs are 10.0% less expensive than Safety Harbor housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fairhope or Safety Harbor?
- The average commute for residents of Fairhope is 1.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Safety Harbor.

Things to do in Safety Harbor?
Safety Harbor, Florida is situated in Pinellas County providing visitors leisure areas such as Philippe Park while also having employment opportunities at InVision Human Services plus entertainment opportunities at Safety Harbor Marina

Things to do in Fairhope?
Fairhope, AL Fairhope is a charming coastal town located just outside of Mobile Bay on the Eastern Shore of Baldwin County, Alabama. This quaint town offers something for everyone – from outdoor activities such as bird watching and fishing at Weeks Bay Reserve to art galleries and boutiques in downtown Fairhope. There are also numerous festivals throughout the year that celebrate local culture and heritage.

 Safety Harbor, FLFairhope, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock21,825329,725,481
 Median Income$96,365  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock43.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$467,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.91  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Safety Harbor    3 Reviews

Over 2 years ago

I lived in my beloved Safety Harbor in the early 90's when I was just at the start of my career. I relocated from Illinois and so enjoyed life there. I walked Philippe  More

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I've lived across the entire US, Fort Lauderdale and Palm beach for nearly two decades, Tampa for three years, Dallas, Tulsa, been to New York, Naples, Fort Myers,  More

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I highly recommend Safety Harbor to anyone considering the Tampa/St Pete area. We have lived here for 6 years, and now face a potential move. I am considering a  More

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Reviews for Fairhope    13 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

I have lived here for years cute small eclectic. Liberal for Alabama.   More

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We just moved to Fairhope from California and absolutely love it! For the most part, it’s like minded common sense conservatives close to the bay and lots of shopping.  More

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Beautiful mix of the standard retail within 15 mina, but in our downtown is ecclectic meets "old townMarch of each year Fairhope hosts a mammoth Arts and Artist event  More

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