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Huntington, WV vs Blacksburg, VA

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Are people in Blacksburg older or younger than people in Huntington?
- The Median Age in Blacksburg is 14.5 years younger than in Huntington.

Are housing costs cheaper in Blacksburg or Huntington?
- Blacksburg housing costs are 241.3% more expensive than Huntington housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Blacksburg or Huntington?
- The average commute for residents of Blacksburg is 4.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Huntington.

Things to do in Huntington?
Huntington, WV is located in the Appalachian region of West Virginia and provides residents with incredible natural beauty, including nearby national parks and recreation areas. The city's revitalized downtown district offers a variety of restaurants, shops and entertainment as well as an array of cultural attractions such as the Huntington Museum of Art.

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.

 Huntington, WVBlacksburg, VAUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,385329,725,481
 Median Income$34,351  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock21.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$106,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.9  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Huntington    21 Reviews

Over 2 years ago

I've lived in Huntington most of my life. Yes, there have been many changes over the years, not all good, but it is a great place to live. Huntington won the best small  More

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Over 4 years ago

Could be worse - drug issues, no good jobs, lots of crime, but nice outside activities. Locals don't like anyone moving here and taking a job - I can say that! Glad I  More

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I've lived here since about 2012. I moved in from a surrounding small suburb called Shoals Manor where I lived for almost 10 years. I lived in Huntington for a few years  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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