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Bedford, MA vs Fredericksburg, VA

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Are people in Fredericksburg older or younger than people in Bedford?
- The Median Age in Fredericksburg is 12.5 years younger than in Bedford.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fredericksburg or Bedford?
- Fredericksburg housing costs are 54.1% less expensive than Bedford housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fredericksburg or Bedford?
- The average commute for residents of Fredericksburg is 0.8 minutes longer than it is for residents of Bedford.

Things to do in Bedford?
Bedford, MA is a small town filled with historical buildings from the 17th century such as Old Burying Grounds or Middlesex Canal Museum & Visitors Center which showcases a full-scale replica of an old canal boat. Besides its rich history there are also plenty of outdoor activities available at local park including Bedford Farms Ice Cream stand open during spring and summer months serving delicious frozen treats perfect for any hot day.

Things to do in Fredericksburg?
Fredericksburg, VA is an independent city located about halfway between Richmond and Washington D.C., surrounded by Spotsylvania County. This small town is full of historical sites from the Civil War, such as the famous Fredericksburg Battlefield National Military Park. Visitors can also enjoy the natural beauty of the Rappahannock River or browse the many local shops throughout town.

 Bedford, MAFredericksburg, VAUnited States
 Population  Unlock28,027329,725,481
 Median Income$140,647  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock30.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$870,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.93  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Fredericksburg    17 Reviews

Fredericksburg has an undeniably small town charm and an all around appeal that is hard to beat, in the context of its proximity to the larger DC Metro area. The  More

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I have lived in Fredericksburg for over 10 years and love it. The housing prices are affordable and this historic city has so much to offer. Ideal location also situated  More

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Disclaimer right off the top; yes I know there are good people everywhere and some are here as well but Fredericksburg is far from an ideal place to live and here is  More

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