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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Somerset, NJ vs Blacksburg, VA

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Are people in Blacksburg older or younger than people in Somerset?
- The Median Age in Blacksburg is 18.3 years younger than in Somerset.

Are housing costs cheaper in Blacksburg or Somerset?
- Blacksburg housing costs are 16.2% less expensive than Somerset housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Blacksburg or Somerset?
- The average commute for residents of Blacksburg is 19.1 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Somerset.

Things to do in Somerset?
Somerset Borough in New Jersey provides its residents with quaint suburban living while also being close enough to enjoy all that nearby New Brunswick has to offer in terms of restaurants, stores, and entertainment venues.

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.

 Somerset, NJBlacksburg, VAUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,385329,725,481
 Median Income$101,627  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock21.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$432,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time33.02  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Somerset    7 Reviews
Nishant · Alcester, SD
Moving to Somerset
Over 11 years ago

I am moving to Somerset. I have heard that Cost of living to too high in somerset. I am getting a pay Of $72,800.00 per year. Can I survive with this pay. I am moving  More

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sybrina  · Newark, NJ
best place for 55+
Over 13 years ago

best plce for 55+  More

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Kerry · Somerset, NJ
Somerset NJ
Over 18 years ago

Very nice place to live. Very  More

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Reviews for Blacksburg    12 Reviews
Sarah · Hampton, VA
Whole neww world
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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DrZ · Blacksburg, VA
Blacksburg pros & cons
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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kent · Blacksburg, VA
blacksburg, va climate
Over 14 years ago

4 great seasons without  More

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