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Weirton, WV vs Fairmont, WV

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Are people in Fairmont older or younger than people in Weirton?
- The Median Age in Fairmont is 10.1 years younger than in Weirton.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fairmont or Weirton?
- Fairmont housing costs are 11.2% more expensive than Weirton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fairmont or Weirton?
- The average commute for residents of Fairmont is 3.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Weirton.

Things to do in Weirton?
Weirton is a city located in Hancock County West Virginia with an estimated population around 19,000 people as of 2020. This lovely town boasts a variety of entertainment options such as Clifton Bowl & Family Fun Center which provides year round fun activities for all ages or one can take a leisurely stroll through the Northgate Historic District which showcases vintage architecture highlighting its rich past all within reach right here in Weirton , WV .

Things to do in Fairmont?
Fairmont is a city located in Marion County, West Virginia with an estimated population of 19,000 people as of 2020. The city has a rich history having played an important role during the Civil War era when it was moved to different locations several times due to Union force advances. Today the city serves as a gateway to the Appalachians with numerous outdoor recreation opportunities available just minutes away from downtown Fairmont.

 Weirton, WVFairmont, WVUnited States
 Population  Unlock18,369329,725,481
 Median Income$52,775  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$131,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time23.1  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Weirton    2 Reviews

Over 18 years ago

O.k., Weirton has some problems but nothing that wouldn't be easily solved by bringing in a few good major employers! We have next to no crime, super low cost of living  More

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Over 20 years ago

It seems like a really nice place to  More

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Reviews for Fairmont    2 Reviews

I find Fairmont to be a pretty good town to raise kids. You get to be a "big fish in a little pond" here. Everyone knows you and looks after you if you want to let them.  More

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Over 14 years ago

This is not so much a comment about where I live, but more of me ,looking for some helpful suggestions. I live in West Virgina, been here all my life. And now I'm  More

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