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Honestly, it should be Hampton Roads vs. Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill. I know the Census Bureau split up the Triangle into two MSAs, but they function as one region just like Hampton Roads and for all practical purposes relating to this poll, it should be considered as one region.
Hampton Roads because of the smaller historical places outside of the area. But Chapel Hill is a nice college town. I'm not a fan the larger cities in either area.
Economy: Currently Hampton Roads (higher GDP). Future outlook goes to Raleigh
Quality of Life: I thik it's more things to do in Hampton Roads
Transportation: Interstate access is a tie. HR is close to Rte. 13 which takes you to the northeast big cities.. Raleigh has 95 or 85 I forgot. Overall I chooe HR because you can take major cruises, two international airports, the port of virginia, norfolk international terminals
Cost of Living: Too high in HR. So I choose Raleigh,
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