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Weirton, WV vs Parkersburg, WV

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Are people in Parkersburg older or younger than people in Weirton?
- The Median Age in Parkersburg is 2.2 years younger than in Weirton.

Are housing costs cheaper in Parkersburg or Weirton?
- Parkersburg housing costs are 1.7% more expensive than Weirton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Parkersburg or Weirton?
- The average commute for residents of Parkersburg is 5.3 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 Parkersburg?
Parkersburg, WV is the seat of Wood County situated on the Ohio River. This small town offers a relaxing atmosphere while still having all the advantages of city life with great shopping centers, restaurants and bars.

 Weirton, WVParkersburg, WVUnited States
 Population  Unlock29,910329,725,481
 Median Income$52,775  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$131,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.5%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 Parkersburg    10 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

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Over 15 years ago

Just like most places, Parkersburg definitely has it's pros and cons. The pros: pretty low crime rate (although it's growing more and more every year), typically no  More

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Have worked at St Josephs for the past 11 weeks as a travel RN in the CVICU. A very friendly hospital, great hospitalist and physician availability with CV surgeons of  More

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