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Beckley, WV vs Waterville, ME

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Are people in Waterville older or younger than people in Beckley?
- The Median Age in Waterville is 5.4 years younger than in Beckley.

Are housing costs cheaper in Waterville or Beckley?
- Waterville housing costs are 81.4% more expensive than Beckley housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Waterville or Beckley?
- The average commute for residents of Waterville is 0.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Beckley.

Things to do in Beckley?
Beckley is an independent city situated in southern West Virginia known for its stunning views over New River Gorge National River plus numerous hiking trails offering spectacular lookouts over natural landmarks and waterfalls alongside convenient access to outdoor restaurants perfect for discovering locals’ favorite spots.

Things to do in Waterville?
Waterville is a picturesque town in Central Maine near the Kennebec River with strong academic and industrial roots. The downtown area features beautiful historic buildings, plenty of delightful restaurants, plus a wide array of recreational activities that make it an attractive destination for visitors and residents alike.

 Beckley, WVWaterville, MEUnited States
 Population  Unlock15,872329,725,481
 Median Income$39,845  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock35.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$106,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.92  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Beckley    4 Reviews

I was born in Beckley, moved away and lived in a smaller town, and then two major cities. I have been back for 14 years. Beckley is not for everyone. If you are looking  More

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Over 6 years ago

Born and raised here. Moved to Florida for 17 years. The only reason I moved back was to care for parent. Though I love the seasons and wanted to leave Florida, this  More

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Over 17 years ago

Beckley is a great place for outdoor enthusiasts. There is an easily accesible ski resort 30 minutes away. Biking, kayaking, canoeing, whitewater rafting in beautiful  More

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Reviews for Waterville    8 Reviews

just spend 15 years living in LA and loving it, but now I'm retired and I am priced out. staying in Maine with family. do I move to Central Maine with its myriad  More

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Over 11 years ago

I have lived here for a decade but only started looking for office space in the last few months. There are lots of affordable places  More

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Over 11 years ago

Maine in general, and Waterville in particular, have been a wonderful place to homeschool our three children. We are able to work with as much or as little interaction  More

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