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Shelby, NC vs Fort Myers, FL

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Are people in Fort Myers older or younger than people in Shelby?
- The Median Age in Fort Myers is 5.5 years younger than in Shelby.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fort Myers or Shelby?
- Fort Myers housing costs are 122.8% more expensive than Shelby housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fort Myers or Shelby?
- The average commute for residents of Fort Myers is 4.5 minutes longer than it is for residents of Shelby.

Things to do in Shelby?
Shelby, NC is a pleasant village south of Kings Mountain featuring several spectacular spots such as Lake Wylie perfect for exploring or Crowders Mountain ideal for recreational activities; locals gather yearly at the remarkable FallFest celebrating local culture with music and art.

Things to do in Fort Myers?
Fort Myers, Florida is located in the Southwest corner of the state and offers a wide variety of attractions ranging from historical sites like the Edison & Ford Winter Estates to beautiful beaches such as Lovers Key State Park.

 Shelby, NCFort Myers, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock84,694329,725,481
 Median Income$41,565  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$156,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.33  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Shelby    1 Reviews

Over 19 years ago

Not likely you'll settle here out of chance, a job will likely bring you here. I have lived in the Shelby area for the past ten years and have seen an explosion of  More

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Reviews for Fort Myers    54 Reviews

Over 1 years ago

I've lived here for most of my 30 years. I'm moving my family away in a few months. Here are the reasons: Climate- it's hot. Unbearably hot. And it's going to get  More

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I can't wait for all the replies especially from people that are from Florida or from up North that had to deal with extreme ice and snow. But I can honestly say in the  More

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I've lived in SW Florida on & off for most of my life. When my family first came here over 40 years ago the waterways teemed with fish & wildlife and the beaches,  More

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