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Wilkes-Barre, PA vs Bridgeton, NJ

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Are people in Bridgeton older or younger than people in Wilkes-Barre?
- The Median Age in Bridgeton is 5.0 years younger than in Wilkes-Barre.

Are housing costs cheaper in Bridgeton or Wilkes-Barre?
- Bridgeton housing costs are 51.1% more expensive than Wilkes-Barre housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Bridgeton or Wilkes-Barre?
- The average commute for residents of Bridgeton is 6.5 minutes longer than it is for residents of Wilkes-Barre.

Things to do in Wilkes-Barre?
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania sits within Luzerne county providing residents entertainment options from exploring Seven Tubs Natural Area to swimming at Kirby Park plus local food spots like Liquid Planet Bar & Grill.

Things to do in Bridgeton?
Bridgeton is a charming city in South Jersey located near the Delaware Bay. The area has a rich history dating back to colonial times and offers plenty of things to do for visitors and locals alike. There are multiple museums, galleries, historical sites and cultural centers to explore. Residents can also take advantage of the nearby parks, trails, lakes and other outdoor recreational activities. Bridgeton offers an idyllic suburban atmosphere combined with easy access to larger cities in the region.

 Wilkes-Barre, PABridgeton, NJUnited States
 Population  Unlock26,643329,725,481
 Median Income$42,430  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock29.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$127,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock10.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time18.12  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Wilkes-Barre    2 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

I had the privilege of being born and raised here in Wilkes-Barre. Unfortunately, the town has deteriorated tremendously. I shall list pros vs.  More

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Over 18 years ago

Wilkes-Barre was a wonderful place to go to college. With two schools near each other (King's College and Wilkes College) the atmosphere was exciting. The city of itself  More

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Reviews for Bridgeton    4 Reviews

I like where I'm from , but as far as help in the community its self there's very little resources, this community is a who you know type of community .... there are no  More

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Over 10 years ago

I Was born in the neighboring city but raised in Bridgeton. Back then it was great place to live. The city was full of life and jobs. Everyone knew everyone and looked  More

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Over 15 years ago

I used to think the city officials were simply incompetent, I’ve since been proven wrong. They are simply corrupt. They pass local laws with the label of “cleaning up”  More

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