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Walla Walla, WA vs Blacksburg, VA

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Are people in Blacksburg older or younger than people in Walla Walla?
- The Median Age in Blacksburg is 14.6 years younger than in Walla Walla.

Are housing costs cheaper in Blacksburg or Walla Walla?
- Blacksburg housing costs are 3.3% less expensive than Walla Walla housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Blacksburg or Walla Walla?
- The average commute for residents of Blacksburg is 0.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Walla Walla.

Things to do in Walla Walla?
Walla Walla WA is situated between the Blue Mountains and Columbia River Filled with historical sites, great restaurants, and museums as well as plenty of exciting nightlife options or wineries available for wine lovers.

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.

 Walla Walla, WABlacksburg, VAUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,385329,725,481
 Median Income$55,648  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock21.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$374,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time14.78  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Walla Walla    10 Reviews

The saying is Walla Walla-the town so nice they named it twice!! Thats about it. Oh and if there's anything you learn about living here, and leave. Much like a  More

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While I was born and raised here, I have subsequently lived in the Portland and Seattle areas. We chose to retire in Walla Walla as the cost of living is far more  More

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Over 6 years ago

Extreme gentrification in progress. Best place for white people who are retired, or professional families living on one income, or those in the wine industry. This is a  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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