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Elkins, WV vs Blacklick Estates, OH

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Is it cheaper to live in Blacklick Estates or is it cheaper to live in Elkins?
- Blacklick Estates is 22.2% more expensive than Elkins.

Which city has more affordable housing, Blacklick Estates or Elkins?
- Blacklick Estates housing costs are 179.1% more expensive than Elkins housing costs.

Is Health Care more affordable in Elkins or is Health Care more affordable in Blacklick Estates.
- Health related expenses are 33.9% less in Blacklick Estates.
 Elkins, WVBlacklick Estates, OHUnited States
 Overall  Unlock91.4100
 Food & Groceries97.8  Unlock100
 Health  Unlock89.5100
 Housing34.9  Unlock100
 Median Home Cost  Unlock$318,300$338,100
 Utilities82  Unlock100
 Transportation  Unlock92.1100
 Miscellaneous92.1  Unlock100
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Elkins    2 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

I submitted my review in response to another review, Gina, regarding Elkins, WV, but I'm not sure it was actually submitted. It was lengthy and I cannot resubmit it at  More

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Over 18 years ago

Elkins is a fairly small town and very safe place to live. We have a great college right here and it is a good place to live if you want a variety in weather and  More

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Reviews for Blacklick Estates    1 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

Blacklick is a growing town, everywhere you look there is new construction. The beauty though, is there are reserve areas that must remain untouchable, thus allowing  More

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