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Wilkes-Barre, PA vs Lima, OH

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Are people in Lima older or younger than people in Wilkes-Barre?
- The Median Age in Lima is 0.4 years younger than in Wilkes-Barre.

Are housing costs cheaper in Lima or Wilkes-Barre?
- Lima housing costs are 4.6% less expensive than Wilkes-Barre housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Lima or Wilkes-Barre?
- The average commute for residents of Lima is 1.0 minutes shorter 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 Lima?
Lima, Ohio lies within Allen County giving tourists leisure areas such as Uniopolis Community Complex combined with employment opportunities at Mercy Health St Rita’s along with entertainment opportunities at Cinema 8 Grandview Heights.

 Wilkes-Barre, PALima, OHUnited States
 Population  Unlock36,352329,725,481
 Median Income$42,430  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$127,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.8%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 Lima    7 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

This is the most depressed city I have ever been in. It is a ghetto town and is very sad. The mall has nothing to offer and many retailers have moved out. Their style  More

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Over 16 years ago

Want to know what the best thing is about Lima? Nothing! Most places have at least a few things that make them unique and appealing. Not Lima; as a matter of fact, I am  More

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Over 17 years ago

I grew up around Dayton/ Lima area. We are seriously thinking of moving someplace warmer - south east. We have lived here because this is where our family if from. We  More

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