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Troy, MI vs Blacksburg, VA

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Are people in Blacksburg older or younger than people in Troy?
- The Median Age in Blacksburg is 20.2 years younger than in Troy.

Are housing costs cheaper in Blacksburg or Troy?
- Blacksburg housing costs are 3.9% less expensive than Troy housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Blacksburg or Troy?
- The average commute for residents of Blacksburg is 11.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Troy.

Things to do in Troy?
Troy, Michigan is a vibrant suburb situated in Oakland county with quiet neighborhoods and nearby attractions such as Meadowbrook Hall where visitors can explore historic architecture or take a stroll through its immense gardens.

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.

 Troy, MIBlacksburg, VAUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,385329,725,481
 Median Income$107,550  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock21.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$376,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.47  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Troy    9 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

, corruption is like  More

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Over 6 years ago

no one ever visited Troy, that writes this stuff,, Troy has a Black out, of any city corruption, most of the elected city are from the same zip code. and the heavy  More

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Over 8 years ago

This is the safest place to live in Michigan. The schools are ranked in the top of both the state and in the US. When our kids graduated 98% of the graduates went on  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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