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Fuquay-Varina, NC vs Cottage Grove, MN

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Are people in Cottage Grove older or younger than people in Fuquay-Varina?
- The Median Age in Cottage Grove is 0.3 years younger than in Fuquay-Varina.

Are housing costs cheaper in Cottage Grove or Fuquay-Varina?
- Cottage Grove housing costs are 15.6% less expensive than Fuquay-Varina housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Cottage Grove or Fuquay-Varina?
- The average commute for residents of Cottage Grove is 6.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Fuquay-Varina.

Things to do in Fuquay-Varina?
Fuquay-Varina, NC lies in Wake county near Raleigh. This town has seen significant growth since 2000 with its population almost doubling to around 22,000 people today.

Things to do in Cottage Grove?
Cottage Grove, Minnesota is found in Washington county offering its citizens access to parks including Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park while also having shopping options at Marketplace at Town Center plus multiple restaurants including Old Country Buffet

 Fuquay-Varina, NCCottage Grove, MNUnited States
 Population  Unlock38,582329,725,481
 Median Income$85,047  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$427,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time31.42  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Fuquay-Varina    4 Reviews

Over 12 years ago

Do not ever make the mistake of moving to Wake County, NC. The rudest, unfriendliest people ever. Bad drivers, constant horn blowing unlike anywhere I have ever  More

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I am a local Real Estate Broker and Owner of Wray Realty (www.Triangle-NC.com) I grew up in the Bustling Triangle area. I have lived in Raleigh, Garner, Apex, and Now  More

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Over 19 years ago

I live in the heart of North  More

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Reviews for Cottage Grove    3 Reviews

After moving to Cottage Grove, MN (near the Twin Cities) nine years ago, I think the city has improved (its been an uphill battle), but the city is cheap on quality of  More

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If you're from the warmer climates, avoid MN in the winter, too cold for a southern boy. Summers are great, warm & not humid at all. Plenty of lakes, rivers, & trails  More

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Over 19 years ago

Minnesotans are friendly and take time to enjoy the outdoors during the summer months. The wonderful summers are greatly appreciated and many companies offer summer  More

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