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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Salem, NH vs Fitchburg, MA

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Are people in Fitchburg older or younger than people in Salem?
- The Median Age in Fitchburg is 7.3 years younger than in Salem.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fitchburg or Salem?
- Fitchburg housing costs are 34.0% less expensive than Salem housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fitchburg or Salem?
- The average commute for residents of Fitchburg is 1.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Salem.

Things to do in Salem?
Salem, NH is situated in Rockingham County and provides its citizens easy access to Boston while still enjoying the small-town atmosphere of this safe place with cafes, theaters and shops.

Things to do in Fitchburg?
Fitchburg, Massachusetts sits within Worcester county providing residents entertainment options from exploring Lawrence Swamp Wildlife Management Area to swimming at Merriam-Gillette Pool plus local food spots like La Casita Taqueria & Pupusas Restaurant.

 Salem, NHFitchburg, MAUnited States
 Population  Unlock41,796329,725,481
 Median Income$91,276  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$517,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock9.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time28.66  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Salem    1 Reviews
Warren · Salem, NH
cost of living
Over 15 years ago

The cost of living is not bad, but the rents are high, and so are the tax's. Crime is very low and what crime does exist is usually perpertrated by non-residents and out  More

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Reviews for Fitchburg    6 Reviews
Karl · Fitchburg, MA
If you can afford MA, there are better locations
Over 4 years ago

I've had the privilege to live in many places across the US in several states. Fitchburg is easily the worst place I have lived, by far. To find it, drive west on the  More

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kei · Fitchburg, MA
Life is what you make of it
Over 16 years ago

First off, Fitchburg is not a bad place to live. If you want an urban feel with a country setting this is a great place. If you don't like new england winters, bad  More

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kei · Fitchburg, MA
Life is what you make of it
Over 16 years ago

First off, Fitchburg is not a bad place to live. If you want an urban feel with a country setting this is a great place. If you don't like new england winters, bad  More

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