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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Blacksburg, VA vs Barrington, IL

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Are people in Barrington older or younger than people in Blacksburg?
- The Median Age in Barrington is 18.9 years older than in Blacksburg.

Are housing costs cheaper in Barrington or Blacksburg?
- Barrington housing costs are 36.8% more expensive than Blacksburg housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Barrington or Blacksburg?
- The average commute for residents of Barrington is 18.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Blacksburg.

Things to do in Blacksburg?
Blacksburg, Virginia is a small town located in Montgomery County. The town is the home of Virginia Tech and offers visitors plenty of outdoor activities and dining options.

Things to do in Barrington?
Barrington is a village located in Cook and Lake Counties, Illinois. With a population of more than 10,000 people, it covers an area of 10 square miles with plenty of natural beauty such as rivers and lakes. There is also the historic Catlow Theater which opened in 1926 and still operates today.

 Blacksburg, VABarrington, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock11,174329,725,481
 Median Income$43,804  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$362,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time13.91  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Blacksburg    12 Reviews
Sarah · Hampton, VA
Whole neww world
Over 9 years ago

Growing up I thought my city was the best thing since sliced bread. However, since moving to Blacksburg I have changed my tune. Amazing community and  More

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DrZ · Blacksburg, VA
Blacksburg pros & cons
Over 14 years ago

Blacksburg is a very nice place overall, but like others has its pros and cons. It's a small, clean, quaint college town amid rural farmland and forested mountains. The  More

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kent · Blacksburg, VA
blacksburg, va climate
Over 14 years ago

4 great seasons without  More

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Reviews for Barrington    4 Reviews
Linda · Barrington, IL
Lake Barrington Shores
Over 14 years ago

Beautiful gated community with lake, golf course with restaurant and tennis courts.   More

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Bp · Barrington, IL
Must Have a Car in Barrington
Over 16 years ago

The best thing in Barrington is the Metra Train, which will take you 50 minutes to Chicago Eastbound or you can take the train to historic Woodstock! Otherwise, you  More

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Abhd · Barrington, IL
Midwest Variable
Over 17 years ago

Very Nice if you like the change of  More

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