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Shelby, NC vs Fredericksburg, VA

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Are people in Fredericksburg older or younger than people in Shelby?
- The Median Age in Fredericksburg is 15.1 years younger than in Shelby.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fredericksburg or Shelby?
- Fredericksburg housing costs are 154.4% more expensive than Shelby housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fredericksburg or Shelby?
- The average commute for residents of Fredericksburg is 7.4 minutes longer than it is for residents of Shelby.

Things to do in Shelby?
Shelby, NC is a pleasant village south of Kings Mountain featuring several spectacular spots such as Lake Wylie perfect for exploring or Crowders Mountain ideal for recreational activities; locals gather yearly at the remarkable FallFest celebrating local culture with music and art.

Things to do in Fredericksburg?
Fredericksburg, VA is an independent city located about halfway between Richmond and Washington D.C., surrounded by Spotsylvania County. This small town is full of historical sites from the Civil War, such as the famous Fredericksburg Battlefield National Military Park. Visitors can also enjoy the natural beauty of the Rappahannock River or browse the many local shops throughout town.

 Shelby, NCFredericksburg, VAUnited States
 Population  Unlock28,027329,725,481
 Median Income$41,565  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock30.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$156,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.33  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Shelby    1 Reviews

Over 19 years ago

Not likely you'll settle here out of chance, a job will likely bring you here. I have lived in the Shelby area for the past ten years and have seen an explosion of  More

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Reviews for Fredericksburg    17 Reviews

Fredericksburg has an undeniably small town charm and an all around appeal that is hard to beat, in the context of its proximity to the larger DC Metro area. The  More

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I have lived in Fredericksburg for over 10 years and love it. The housing prices are affordable and this historic city has so much to offer. Ideal location also situated  More

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Disclaimer right off the top; yes I know there are good people everywhere and some are here as well but Fredericksburg is far from an ideal place to live and here is  More

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