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Charleston, WV vs Salisbury, MD

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Are people in Salisbury older or younger than people in Charleston?
- The Median Age in Salisbury is 11.6 years younger than in Charleston.

Are housing costs cheaper in Salisbury or Charleston?
- Salisbury housing costs are 42.5% more expensive than Charleston housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Salisbury or Charleston?
- The average commute for residents of Salisbury is 3.9 minutes longer than it is for residents of Charleston.

Things to do in Charleston?
Charleston, West Virginia sits along the Kanawha River in the heart of Appalachia. This vibrant city has wonderful museums highlighting its rich history plus delicious local cuisine that combines Appalachian flavors with modern favorites. Outdoor activities abound with hiking trails in nearby state parks or exploring one of the many lakes for fishing or kayaking. Charleston is also home to lively musical venues showcasing everything from bluegrass music to jazz performers!

Things to do in Salisbury?
Salisbury MA rests just south from Cambridge known for its rich Revolutionary War history sites as well as modern amenities like Salisbury Beach State Reservation ideal for sunbathing or surfing!

 Charleston, WVSalisbury, MDUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,583329,725,481
 Median Income$54,101  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock30.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$155,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.16  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Charleston    12 Reviews

Over 12 years ago

Charleston has a lot going on for being a small city. Capitol Street has great restaurants and Taylor Books, and Capitol Market is one of the best year-round farmers  More

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Over 12 years ago

Charleston has a lot going on for being a small city. Capitol Street has great restaurants and Taylor Books, and Capitol Market is one of the best year-round farmers  More

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Over 12 years ago

Charleston has a lot going on for being a small city. Capitol Street has great restaurants and Taylor Books, and Capitol Market is one of the best year-round farmers  More

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Reviews for Salisbury    11 Reviews

Elijah · 
Over 5 years ago

I left Salisbury 5 years ago, but a year ago I had some business nearby, so I decides to visit Salisbury, MD for nostalgia’s sake, it was a big mistake. I’ll admit there  More

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Over 6 years ago

I lived in Salisbury for 10 years before leaving and It’s funny that people keep telling me that Salisbury has very little crime, and that it having high crime is made  More

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I am tired of hearing about salisbury having a "high violent crime rate" in these national reviews. It is inaccurate and damaging to property and business owners here.  More

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