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Milwaukie, OR vs Blacksburg, VA

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Are people in Blacksburg older or younger than people in Milwaukie?
- The Median Age in Blacksburg is 17.6 years younger than in Milwaukie.

Are housing costs cheaper in Blacksburg or Milwaukie?
- Blacksburg housing costs are 27.9% less expensive than Milwaukie housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Blacksburg or Milwaukie?
- The average commute for residents of Blacksburg is 11.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Milwaukie.

Things to do in Milwaukie?
Milwaukie is an incorporated city sitting within Clackamas County, Oregon with plenty of things to do during your stay like attending concerts at the historic Milwaukie Civic Theatre perfect for those looking to enjoy some family friendly fun plus nearby Willamette Park features stunning views ideal for outdoor activities. Additionally there are several locally owned stores and eateries providing unique items or delicious cuisine great for any budget during their stay here!

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.

 Milwaukie, ORBlacksburg, VAUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,385329,725,481
 Median Income$73,351  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock21.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$502,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.77  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Milwaukie    4 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

Beautiful place to live. Just enough liberals in the Portland Metro area. High unemployment right now but never a great time to buy a house.  More

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Over 10 years ago

Since I moved in March 2014 the cost of rent has increased including all of the Portland Metro area. The Oregon state minimum wage is 9.25 hr and there is no sales tax  More

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Over 15 years ago

Beautiful place to live. Too many liberals in the Portland Metro area. High unemployment right now but great time to buy a  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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