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Storrs, CT vs Princeton, NJ

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Are people in Princeton older or younger than people in Storrs?
- The Median Age in Princeton is 8.5 years older than in Storrs.

Are housing costs cheaper in Princeton or Storrs?
- Princeton housing costs are 210.9% more expensive than Storrs housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Princeton or Storrs?
- The average commute for residents of Princeton is 12.3 minutes longer than it is for residents of Storrs.

Things to do in Storrs?
Storrs is a charming town located close to Hartford that serves as home to UCONN’s main campus -- providing students with diverse educational opportunities along with recreational activities on its extensive grounds such as skiing slopes in winter months or summertime swimming pools plus plenty of green space perfect for picnics or taking part in outdoor sports.

Things to do in Princeton?
Princeton NJ rests southwest Trenton boasting an array of entertainment options from bowling alleys, movie theaters plus even laser tag arenas all great ways to keep family busy in addition to easy access wonderful parks for picnics or running.

 Storrs, CTPrinceton, NJUnited States
 Population  Unlock30,717329,725,481
 Median Income$23,964  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock28.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$279,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time15.56  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Storrs    2 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

E.O. Smith High School is located on a corner of the University of Connecticut campus. A substantial fraction of Mansfield school system students are the children of  More

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Storrs is a safe, clean, civic-minded town within the larger town of Mansfield. I believe your income (per capita and household) information is skewed downward because  More

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Reviews for Princeton    5 Reviews

Many cities have colleges in them, but Princeton's character and quality of life are very deeply influenced by having such an outstanding school contributing to all  More

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Over 16 years ago

police are very quick to respond and resolve crime problems. very safe place to live. when you feel safe, all other issues are  More

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You'll never lose on a real estate investment in Princeton. It has that cache that people always desire. McCarter Theatre, University concerts, fine dining, great  More

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