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Watervliet, NY vs Saratoga Springs, NY

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Are people in Saratoga Springs older or younger than people in Watervliet?
- The Median Age in Saratoga Springs is 4.8 years older than in Watervliet.

Are housing costs cheaper in Saratoga Springs or Watervliet?
- Saratoga Springs housing costs are 90.9% more expensive than Watervliet housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Saratoga Springs or Watervliet?
- The average commute for residents of Saratoga Springs is 4.8 minutes longer than it is for residents of Watervliet.

Things to do in Watervliet?
Watervliet covers approximately 2 square miles (5 km2) across parts of Albany and Rensselaer counties with more than 10 thousand inhabitants amongst them taking advantage off rich historical background associated with previous Erie canal development stages found across central downtown street corners & scenic waterfronts encapsulated by vast preserved green spaces available for everyone .

Things to do in Saratoga Springs?
Saratoga Springs, NY is a popular destination for tourists year round due to its picturesque beauty and vibrant downtown area filled with shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, and art galleries. The city is home to Saratoga Race Course which hosts horse races during the summer months and features live music events throughout the year.

 Watervliet, NYSaratoga Springs, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock28,110329,725,481
 Median Income$46,205  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$250,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time18.55  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Watervliet    1 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

While your % of vacant houses may be correct, I would like to know to % of vacant apartments. I own a number of properties in watervliet, and know alot of other  More

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Reviews for Saratoga Springs    22 Reviews

I grew up in Saratoga and moved out in my late 20’s. I only live about 20 minutes from there now, so I go there sometimes. Downtown Saratoga is very nice. Broadway, the  More

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Over 6 years ago

I came from buffalo New York home of the chicken wings and forgot my phone in the uber the people at the concert were very nice they let me and my friend and I leave and  More

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Saratoga springs is one of the safest cities to live in. You don't really have to worry about getting shot, mugged, assaulted (Those things do happen, but no where near  More

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