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Blacksburg, VA vs Brighton, CO

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Are people in Brighton older or younger than people in Blacksburg?
- The Median Age in Brighton is 12.6 years older than in Blacksburg.

Are housing costs cheaper in Brighton or Blacksburg?
- Brighton housing costs are 37.3% more expensive than Blacksburg housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Brighton or Blacksburg?
- The average commute for residents of Brighton is 15.7 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 Brighton?
Brighton, Colorado is situated in Adams county providing visitors leisure areas such as Barr Lake State Park while also having employment opportunities at Platte Valley Medical Center plus entertainment opportunities at Tascosa Drive-In Theater.

 Blacksburg, VABrighton, COUnited States
 Population  Unlock39,895329,725,481
 Median Income$43,804  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$362,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time13.91  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Blacksburg    12 Reviews

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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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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Over 14 years ago

4 great seasons without  More

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Reviews for Brighton    2 Reviews

I bought a house in Adams County Colorado found out that the same family had built my house and the house next door and shared the driveway the realestat agents told me  More

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Over 15 years ago

My name is Sandra I use to live in Eagle Pass until I got married and move to Colorado.I go and visit my parents once or twice a year they live in Chula Vista  More

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