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Wilkes-Barre, PA vs Oswego, NY

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Are people in Oswego older or younger than people in Wilkes-Barre?
- The Median Age in Oswego is 2.2 years older than in Wilkes-Barre.

Are housing costs cheaper in Oswego or Wilkes-Barre?
- Oswego housing costs are 4.3% more expensive than Wilkes-Barre housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Oswego or Wilkes-Barre?
- The average commute for residents of Oswego is 0.4 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 Oswego?
Oswego is a city situated within Oswego County, New York featuring plenty of things to do during your stay like attending shows at Harborfest Concert Series perfect for anyone looking to enjoy some family friendly fun plus nearby Pulaski Skydive Center features stunning views ideal for outdoor activities. There are also numerous locally owned stores and eateries providing unique items or delicious cuisine ideal for any budget during your stay here!

 Wilkes-Barre, PAOswego, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock17,105329,725,481
 Median Income$42,430  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$127,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.5%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 Oswego    7 Reviews

Over 19 years ago

Oswego is such a college town!!! Its kind of boring unless you like to drink alot. However, the sunsets on Lake Ontario are amazing, and they never get  More

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Over 19 years ago

In Oswego,NY, The historical sites are very interesting. Fort Ontario was built in 1700's before the revolution war. French, British and United States colonists were  More

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A good place to raise a family. Much of the jobs in the area are from the power plants (they're safe!) and the aluminum facility. There is also a state college and the  More

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