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Bloomington, IL vs Gadsden, AL

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Are people in Gadsden older or younger than people in Bloomington?
- The Median Age in Gadsden is 5.1 years older than in Bloomington.

Are housing costs cheaper in Gadsden or Bloomington?
- Gadsden housing costs are 59.7% less expensive than Bloomington housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Gadsden or Bloomington?
- The average commute for residents of Gadsden is 3.8 minutes longer than it is for residents of Bloomington.

Things to do in Bloomington?
Bloomington Illinois provides an array of options for any kind of traveler including Miller Park Zoo or entertainment at Bloomington Center for Performing Arts .

Things to do in Gadsden?
Gadsden AL lies at the base of Lookout Mountain in northeast Alabama and boasts a rich history that dates back to 1868. From its Civil War memorials to its many shops offering antiques and local crafts, it's no wonder that this town has become so popular.

 Bloomington, ILGadsden, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,317329,725,481
 Median Income$69,003  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$208,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time15.87  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Bloomington    18 Reviews

If you're not from here it might be hard to figure out that Bloomington and Normal are actually one city mushed together, so make sure you look up info on Normal, IL  More

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Over 11 years ago

Bloomington-Normal as a city is full of resturants and movie theaters. The downtown bar scene is dominated by ISU, IWU, and HCC students. The colleges can have some fun  More

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Bloomington-Normal as a city is full of resturants and movie theaters. The downtown bar scene is dominated by ISU, IWU, and HCC students. The colleges can have some fun  More

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Reviews for Gadsden    2 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

Although employment numbers are relatively high, underemployment is a chronic  More

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Over 18 years ago

I was born here but lived in two other counties in Alabama. We moved to Gadsden area when I was 8. This place has it's advantages and drawbacks. It is said to be the  More

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