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Fuquay-Varina, NC vs Mechanicsville, VA

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Are people in Mechanicsville older or younger than people in Fuquay-Varina?
- The Median Age in Mechanicsville is 5.1 years older than in Fuquay-Varina.

Are housing costs cheaper in Mechanicsville or Fuquay-Varina?
- Mechanicsville housing costs are 17.8% less expensive than Fuquay-Varina housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Mechanicsville or Fuquay-Varina?
- The average commute for residents of Mechanicsville is 5.9 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 Mechanicsville?
Mechanicsville, Virginia sits within Hanover County featuring numerous attractions such as Cool Springs Battlefield or Meadow Farm Museum combined with stores like Rutland Commons Shopping Center and multiple dining spots including Caz's Pub.

 Fuquay-Varina, NCMechanicsville, VAUnited States
 Population  Unlock37,767329,725,481
 Median Income$85,047  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.738.4
 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 Mechanicsville    4 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

Hanover High was ranked the number 1 school in the region by Richmond Magazine. Wonderful principal, committed teachers, IB diploma. We have been extremely happy with  More

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Over 16 years ago

Virginia may seem to have a reasonable income tax rate (5.0%) but when you add up all the other taxes i.e. Personal property tax, business property tax, sales tax,  More

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Over 16 years ago

Mechanicsville is a nice place to live, the climate is great. Of course it's Virginia - so if someone doesn't like the weather they just have to hang around a few days  More

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