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Beckley, WV vs Winter Haven, FL

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Are people in Winter Haven older or younger than people in Beckley?
- The Median Age in Winter Haven is 0.1 years younger than in Beckley.

Are housing costs cheaper in Winter Haven or Beckley?
- Winter Haven housing costs are 164.0% more expensive than Beckley housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Winter Haven or Beckley?
- The average commute for residents of Winter Haven is 7.2 minutes longer 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 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.

 Beckley, WVWinter Haven, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock48,707329,725,481
 Median Income$39,845  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock4138.4
 Avg. Home Price$106,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.5%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 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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