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Blacksburg, VA vs Omaha, NE

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Highlights
- Job Growth in Omaha has been positive.
- Omaha has 0.6% more unemployment than Blacksburg.
- Omaha job growth has increased by 11.8% in the past 10 years.
 Blacksburg, VAOmaha, NEUnited States
 Current Unemployment4.0%3.4%6.0%
 Future Job Growth30.1%30.2%33.5%
 Recent Job Growth-6.1%-2.2%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-4.3%1.5%-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth-3.9%6.1%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth4.4%11.8%6.3%
Reviews for Blacksburg    12 Reviews

Over 8 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 13 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 13 years ago

4 great seasons without  More

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Reviews for Omaha    122 Reviews

Over 1 years ago

Born and raised in Omaha, moved to the Pacific Northwest for 50 years, and now back in Omaha. Feels safe, secure, good health care, lots of activities. Compared to  More

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Over 1 years ago

Many of the reviews say Omaha is good for family life - it is, but it also offers the best of quality urban living. I've lived here for 20 years, after living in  More

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Pros: Not much happens, no news is good news. No major tornadoes for decades!! Education can be good in areas. Career opportunities for those who take risks and  More

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