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Fayetteville, AR vs Blacksburg, VA

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Are people in Blacksburg older or younger than people in Fayetteville?
- The Median Age in Blacksburg is 6.5 years younger than in Fayetteville.

Are housing costs cheaper in Blacksburg or Fayetteville?
- Blacksburg housing costs are 9.0% more expensive than Fayetteville housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Blacksburg or Fayetteville?
- The average commute for residents of Blacksburg is 5.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Fayetteville.

Things to do in Fayetteville?
Fayetteville, Arkansas is located in the heart of Washington County and has been an important commercial center since its founding in 1828. It’s home to several local attractions like the University of Arkansas Campus or scenic hiking trails at nearby Devil’s Den State Park.

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.

 Fayetteville, ARBlacksburg, VAUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,385329,725,481
 Median Income$52,111  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock21.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$332,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.47  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Fayetteville    49 Reviews

We've been here for many years. And my wife grew up here. We love being part of the community. She's a teacher and I own Deck Bros. The only thing remotely negative that  More

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How this city made Sperlings top ten for midsize cities is beyond me. The crime rate for both personal and property are horrendous. Assuming because of the fairly  More

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I've lived in NWA for 15 years. I've lived in many different cities in this country. This the worst area.First of all, you can't trust many of the people. They say  More

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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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