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Hickory, NC vs Blountville, TN

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Are people in Blountville older or younger than people in Hickory?
- The Median Age in Blountville is 5.0 years older than in Hickory.

Are housing costs cheaper in Blountville or Hickory?
- Blountville housing costs are 9.5% less expensive than Hickory housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Blountville or Hickory?
- The average commute for residents of Blountville is 1.7 minutes longer than it is for residents of Hickory.

Things to do in Hickory?
Hickory, North Carolina is located in Catawba county providing its citizens great recreational activities like Lake Hickory along with stores like Valley Hills Mall as well as dining spots near Concord Coffee Roasters.

Things to do in Blountville?
Living in Blountville, TN is a great experience! The small town atmosphere offers a friendly, welcoming environment to call home. With outdoor activities like hiking, camping and fishing available at nearby parks, there are plenty of opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy nature. The town also boasts a variety of cultural experiences such as local restaurants, museums and galleries that showcase the area’s rich history. Additionally, Blountville is conveniently located close to larger cities such as Knoxville and Asheville for those looking for more activities or nightlife options. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor adventure or just want to relax in a quaint small town atmosphere, Blountville has something for everyone!

 Hickory, NCBlountville, TNUnited States
 Population  Unlock3,295329,725,481
 Median Income$53,117  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock43.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$255,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.76  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Hickory    8 Reviews

Over 2 years ago

Hickory is has wonderful amenities such as the science museum, children's museum, aquarium, art museum, symphony orchestra, and great universities. Its not far from  More

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Over 3 years ago

Hickory is a nice place to live. There are great parks here. Glen Hilton is a beautiful park with lots of play structures and tall trees nice elevated walking path.  More

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Cons, No ethnic diversity"... How is that a "Con"? That means it has a rich traditional culture, where most people share a interest in the same  More

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Reviews for Blountville    1 Reviews

Over 18 years ago

My wife and I had lived in Upstate New York (snow-belt)for many years and then Key Largo, Florida for 5 years. East Tennessee is the best of both worlds: 1" to 5" of  More

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