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Winter Haven, FL vs St. Augustine Shores, FL

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Are people in St. Augustine Shores older or younger than people in Winter Haven?
- The Median Age in St. Augustine Shores is 13.8 years older than in Winter Haven.

Are housing costs cheaper in St. Augustine Shores or Winter Haven?
- St. Augustine Shores housing costs are 2.1% less expensive than Winter Haven housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, St. Augustine Shores or Winter Haven?
- The average commute for residents of St. Augustine Shores is 1.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Winter Haven.

Things to do in Winter Haven?
Winter Haven, Florida lies within Polk county offering tourists plenty of entertainment opportunities around Legoland Florida Resort along with local stores like The Lakeside Village Shopping Center.

Things to do in St. Augustine Shores?
St. Augustine Shores, FL is a charming coastal community located on the south side of St. Johns County. It offers beautiful waterfront views, and plenty of homes, as well as recreation centers, parks, and beaches to keep residents busy.

 Winter Haven, FLSt. Augustine Shores, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock9,828329,725,481
 Median Income$50,842  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock54.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$281,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time24.12  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Winter Haven    9 Reviews

Over 2 years ago

I moved here 4 years ago from Sarasota FL., because it seemed quiet, calmer, less expensive, and a reasonable distance back to SRQ, Tampa, and Orlando. What a mistake!  More

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Definitely NOT a fan. My son moved me here without checking the rental home or neighborhood. WOW, we're we in for a surprise. It's total ghetto. I would NEVER  More

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Over 8 years ago

I lived in Bartow, right down the road from WH for many years. This is not a metropolitan area. It is middle class, bedroom community. It will take you less than an hour  More

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Reviews for St. Augustine Shores    1 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

Very nice in the fall/winter (late Oct. - April). Too hot in the summer with high humidity. Best to escape north,which I do, during late spring and summer/early  More

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