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Blacksburg, VA vs Canandaigua, NY

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Are people in Canandaigua older or younger than people in Blacksburg?
- The Median Age in Canandaigua is 20.0 years older than in Blacksburg.

Are housing costs cheaper in Canandaigua or Blacksburg?
- Canandaigua housing costs are 45.5% less expensive than Blacksburg housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Canandaigua or Blacksburg?
- The average commute for residents of Canandaigua is 7.5 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 Canandaigua?
Canandaigua is a town located within Ontario County on Canandaigua Lake near Rochester NY. Popular activities here include sailing around Canandaigua Lake or visiting any one of the many wineries that surround it producing some award-winning wines; there are also plenty of hikes available up any one of Canandaigua’s hillsides providing stunning panorama views across what’s affectionately known as “The Prettiest Town In The Finger Lakes Region.

 Blacksburg, VACanandaigua, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock10,563329,725,481
 Median Income$43,804  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$362,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.8%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 Canandaigua    2 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

I grew up near here and after returning from the Southwest was pleasntly suprised by the "chosen spot" The lifestyle is laid back, it's a dog town, the people are great  More

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New York is one of the highest taxed states in the country. The political feel is very Democratic and not at all good for business. Most of the large businesses are  More

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