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The Community

Blacksburg is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the country.  Blacksburg is known for award winning services, a reasonable cost of living, safety, moderate climate, and abundant leisure activities. Blacksburg is proud to be the home of Virginia Tech and major technology companies located in the Corporate Research Center and the Blacksburg Industrial Park, as well as the Edward Via School of Osteopathic Medicine, which all contribute to the Town being recognized as one of the best educated work forces in the country. Blacksburg:  #10 for Best Small Places For Business And Careers Metro Area Population: 152,000     RANK Colleges  9 Cost of Doing Business  33 Cost Of Living  46 Crime Rate  38 Culture & Leisure  113 Educational Attainment  29 Income Growth  46 Job Growth  107 Net Migration  103 Overall  10 Links: Demographic Statistics  Miscellaneous Statistics Local Government