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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Wilkes-Barre, PA vs Laconia, NH

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Are people in Laconia older or younger than people in Wilkes-Barre?
- The Median Age in Laconia is 8.4 years older than in Wilkes-Barre.

Are housing costs cheaper in Laconia or Wilkes-Barre?
- Laconia housing costs are 175.2% more expensive than Wilkes-Barre housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Laconia or Wilkes-Barre?
- The average commute for residents of Laconia is 4.6 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 Laconia?
This charming town located in Belknap County in central New Hampshire has something for everyone from the large selection of restaurants, shops and entertainment venues in its downtown area to an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities such as hiking trails and lakefront beaches at Lake Winnipesaukee.

 Wilkes-Barre, PALaconia, NHUnited States
 Population  Unlock16,786329,725,481
 Median Income$42,430  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock43.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$127,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time18.12  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Wilkes-Barre    2 Reviews
Lynn · Kingston, PA
Born and raised
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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michael · Willington, CT
Former King's Student
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 Laconia    2 Reviews
Heidi · Wilton, ME
Lots to do in this expensive area!
Over 3 years ago

I lived in Laconia NH for 24 years, born and raised. I left in 2016 because even pre pandemic the area was becoming weak from the drug epidemic, and, starting to re  More

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A · Laconia, NH
Great place to live and work!
Over 3 years ago

Friendly neighbors, plenty of restaurants, lakes, skiing, biking, hiking, canoeing and a dog park! The hospital is around the corner and there’s always a beautiful  More

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