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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Sanford, NC vs Binghamton, NY

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Are people in Binghamton older or younger than people in Sanford?
- The Median Age in Binghamton is 1.6 years older than in Sanford.

Are housing costs cheaper in Binghamton or Sanford?
- Binghamton housing costs are 51.1% less expensive than Sanford housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Binghamton or Sanford?
- The average commute for residents of Binghamton is 5.7 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Sanford.

Things to do in Sanford?
Sanford, NC is a small town located in Lee County that offers its citizens a unique mix of urban amenities and rural settings. Residents have access to a variety of activities such as biking, fishing, hiking, and camping.

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.

 Sanford, NCBinghamton, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock47,828329,725,481
 Median Income$51,311  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$261,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time22.61  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Sanford    1 Reviews
Ami · Sanford, NC
Housing in Sanford, NC
Over 11 years ago

It's pretty affordable and safe place to live. I do not yet have school aged children but I understand the education is not the best here. But it is nice, quiet,  More

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Reviews for Binghamton    29 Reviews
Marg · 
Cute Underrated little city with room to grow
Over 4 years ago

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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Snow · Binghamton, NY
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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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Rachael · Vestal, NY
Binghamton is the worst!
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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