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Pinehurst, NC vs Blacksburg, VA

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Are people in Blacksburg older or younger than people in Pinehurst?
- The Median Age in Blacksburg is 36.8 years younger than in Pinehurst.

Are housing costs cheaper in Blacksburg or Pinehurst?
- Blacksburg housing costs are 20.3% less expensive than Pinehurst housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Blacksburg or Pinehurst?
- The average commute for residents of Blacksburg is 8.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Pinehurst.

Things to do in Pinehurst?
Nestled in the heart of the Sandhills region lies Pinehurst -- a serene town that offers world-class golf courses plus plenty of outdoor activities like hiking and biking on its many trails. Residents can also take advantage of nearby American Indian heritage sites or spend an afternoon fishing around one of North Carolina’s larger lakes.

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.

 Pinehurst, NCBlacksburg, VAUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,385329,725,481
 Median Income$92,342  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock21.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$454,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time21.92  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Pinehurst    3 Reviews

I've lived here all my life, born and raised. This area is and will always be known for golf but we also have a really big horse community. The area is a well know  More

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Over 17 years ago

We have to travel 1 to 2 hours to have anything to do. So if you want to live in a small town and don't mind traveling out of town for good restaurants, ball games, and  More

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Over 17 years ago

Pinehurst is a small town that is growing rapidly. It once attracted those that were retiring or vacationing. Void of the bright lights, but plenty to do. People of  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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