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Wilkes-Barre, PA vs Stratford, NJ

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Are people in Stratford older or younger than people in Wilkes-Barre?
- The Median Age in Stratford is 4.5 years older than in Wilkes-Barre.

Are housing costs cheaper in Stratford or Wilkes-Barre?
- Stratford housing costs are 103.0% more expensive than Wilkes-Barre housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Stratford or Wilkes-Barre?
- The average commute for residents of Stratford is 8.3 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 Stratford?
Stratford, NJ is a small town of about 3,200 people nestled in the heart of Camden County. It's an inviting and friendly place to call home. The town is filled with quaint streets lined with beautiful homes, calm parks, and a vibrant downtown full of shops and restaurants. Residents are close-knit and enjoy taking part in community events like the annual 4th of July Festival or the Stratford-based Music & Arts Festival. The town is just a short drive away from larger cities like Philadelphia and Atlantic City where residents can find additional entertainment options and activities. Overall Stratford is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family.

 Wilkes-Barre, PAStratford, NJUnited States
 Population  Unlock6,967329,725,481
 Median Income$42,430  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$127,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.0%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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