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Blacksburg, VA vs Mesquite, NV

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Are people in Mesquite older or younger than people in Blacksburg?
- The Median Age in Mesquite is 37.8 years older than in Blacksburg.

Are housing costs cheaper in Mesquite or Blacksburg?
- Mesquite housing costs are 3.8% less expensive than Blacksburg housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Mesquite or Blacksburg?
- The average commute for residents of Mesquite is 0.1 minutes shorter 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 Mesquite?
Mesquite, NV is a pleasant city east of Las Vegas featuring several spectacular spots such as Wolf Creek Golf Club perfect for exploring or Bowler Wildhorse Motorsports Park ideal for recreational activities; locals gather yearly at the remarkable Cowboy Poets Gathering celebrating local culture with music and art.

 Blacksburg, VAMesquite, NVUnited States
 Population  Unlock20,019329,725,481
 Median Income$43,804  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock59.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$362,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.8%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 Mesquite    13 Reviews

Here's my take on Mesquite. I have a home in Orange County, CA and since 2005, a 2nd (vacation) home in St. George. We have spent much time in Mesquite. My daughter  More

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The rudest, most vile people I have ever met. We were considering retiring here but no way!! Bad drivers, no affordable housing, poor medical care (we would have to  More

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My husband and I visited Mesquite around Christmas as it had been suggested to us as a place to retire, but the impression we had was that retirees are a very large part  More

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