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Bellingham, WA vs Purcellville, VA

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Are people in Purcellville older or younger than people in Bellingham?
- The Median Age in Purcellville is 1.8 years older than in Bellingham.

Are housing costs cheaper in Purcellville or Bellingham?
- Purcellville housing costs are 24.2% more expensive than Bellingham housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Purcellville or Bellingham?
- The average commute for residents of Purcellville is 17.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Bellingham.

Things to do in Bellingham?
Bellingham, Washington offers stunning views of Puget Sound with plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities such as hiking trails in Chuckanut Mountains or boating in Marine Life Sanctuary Area nearby Bellingham Bay's shoreline.. This city is also known for its vibrant arts scene with museums, galleries and theaters scattered across town making it perfect for culture lovers wanting an immersive experience!

Things to do in Purcellville?
Purcellville is a town located within Loudoun County Virginia just outside Washington DC Metro Area providing all city amenities while being surrounded by scenic mountain ranges including Catoctin Mountains or Blue Ridge Mountains ideal for exploring nature or sightseeing activities amongst rolling hills filled with wineries & breweries.. With only 12 thousand residents it’s easy to feel welcomed by friendly locals & low crime rates when calling Purcellville home!

 Bellingham, WAPurcellville, VAUnited States
 Population  Unlock8,910329,725,481
 Median Income$59,163  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock35.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$606,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.72  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Bellingham    58 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

I've lived in so many cities in 5 west coast states and have come to a conclusion that Bellingham is the greatest city to live, work, play and raise a family. After  More

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Over 4 years ago

From what I’ve seen and heard, the very liberal political/ethical beliefs of Bellingham residents, as well as the grey rainy weather, are the main things a few people  More

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If you’re like many Americans and caught up in right vs left you won’t like the far left here in Bellingham wa. If you put politics away and you enjoy skiing,  More

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Reviews for Purcellville    1 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

Housing in this area is expensive, especially for being located so far away (> 15 min drive) from a major shopping  More

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