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Grafton, WV vs Richmond, KY

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Are people in Richmond older or younger than people in Grafton?
- The Median Age in Richmond is 15.7 years younger than in Grafton.

Are housing costs cheaper in Richmond or Grafton?
- Richmond housing costs are 96.6% more expensive than Grafton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Richmond or Grafton?
- The average commute for residents of Richmond is 7.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Grafton.

Things to do in Grafton?
Grafton is a small town located in the beautiful state of West Virginia. With its peaceful streets, gorgeous natural landscape, and friendly locals, Grafton is an ideal place to call home. The area features excellent schools, churches, and parks for those seeking an outdoor adventure. Despite its small size, Grafton has something for everyone — from quaint cafes to charming shops. Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to relax or a bustling community to explore, Grafton has what you need.

Things to do in Richmond?
Richmond, Kentucky is located in Madison County providing its citizens great recreational activities such as Central Park plus stores like Richmond Centre and dining spots near Benjamin's Cafe.

 Grafton, WVRichmond, KYUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,662329,725,481
 Median Income$34,726  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock26.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$126,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time27.33  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Richmond    4 Reviews

Over 8 years ago

Keep this between us... Richmond is a hidden gem. A small university town close to a large city (Lexington is 30 minutes away) and less than two hour from very large  More

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For a smallish town, Richmond offers a convenient location and great small restaurants. Fortunately it is also wedged between Lexington and little Berea, both with more  More

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Over 17 years ago

Major university town of small size (30,000), and conveniently located 30 miles from Lexington,  More

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