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Blacksburg, VA vs Winter Haven, FL

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Are people in Winter Haven older or younger than people in Blacksburg?
- The Median Age in Winter Haven is 19.1 years older than in Blacksburg.

Are housing costs cheaper in Winter Haven or Blacksburg?
- Winter Haven housing costs are 22.3% less expensive than Blacksburg housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Winter Haven or Blacksburg?
- The average commute for residents of Winter Haven is 10.2 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 Winter Haven?
Winter Haven, Florida lies within Polk county offering tourists plenty of entertainment opportunities around Legoland Florida Resort along with local stores like The Lakeside Village Shopping Center.

 Blacksburg, VAWinter Haven, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock48,707329,725,481
 Median Income$43,804  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock4138.4
 Avg. Home Price$362,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.5%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 Winter Haven    9 Reviews

Over 2 years ago

I moved here 4 years ago from Sarasota FL., because it seemed quiet, calmer, less expensive, and a reasonable distance back to SRQ, Tampa, and Orlando. What a mistake!  More

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Definitely NOT a fan. My son moved me here without checking the rental home or neighborhood. WOW, we're we in for a surprise. It's total ghetto. I would NEVER  More

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Over 8 years ago

I lived in Bartow, right down the road from WH for many years. This is not a metropolitan area. It is middle class, bedroom community. It will take you less than an hour  More

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