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Sun Prairie, WI vs Beckley, WV

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Are people in Beckley older or younger than people in Sun Prairie?
- The Median Age in Beckley is 3.5 years older than in Sun Prairie.

Are housing costs cheaper in Beckley or Sun Prairie?
- Beckley housing costs are 70.4% less expensive than Sun Prairie housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Beckley or Sun Prairie?
- The average commute for residents of Beckley is 3.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Sun Prairie.

Things to do in Sun Prairie?
Sun Prairie, WI sits just outside Madison in Dane County offering residents plenty of outdoor recreational activities such as fishing and camping while also providing great dining and shopping options.

Things to do in Beckley?
Beckley is an independent city situated in southern West Virginia known for its stunning views over New River Gorge National River plus numerous hiking trails offering spectacular lookouts over natural landmarks and waterfalls alongside convenient access to outdoor restaurants perfect for discovering locals’ favorite spots.

 Sun Prairie, WIBeckley, WVUnited States
 Population  Unlock17,261329,725,481
 Median Income$83,409  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$359,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.55  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Sun Prairie    4 Reviews

Over 6 years ago

I love it here, the weather is absolutely fantastic if you like freezing your toes off.  More

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Typically cold winters, lots of snow. Summers are typically pleasant, but can be high humidity. Poor Air Quality year round. Mild spring and fall Summer can have  More

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Over 14 years ago

Crime is very low, I seldom feel like I have to lock my car or even my house. The schools here are pretty good, and have no tolerance for bullies (so if you have any,  More

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Reviews for Beckley    4 Reviews

I was born in Beckley, moved away and lived in a smaller town, and then two major cities. I have been back for 14 years. Beckley is not for everyone. If you are looking  More

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Over 6 years ago

Born and raised here. Moved to Florida for 17 years. The only reason I moved back was to care for parent. Though I love the seasons and wanted to leave Florida, this  More

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Over 17 years ago

Beckley is a great place for outdoor enthusiasts. There is an easily accesible ski resort 30 minutes away. Biking, kayaking, canoeing, whitewater rafting in beautiful  More

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