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Carlisle, PA vs Gainesville, GA

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Are people in Gainesville older or younger than people in Carlisle?
- The Median Age in Gainesville is 2.5 years younger than in Carlisle.

Are housing costs cheaper in Gainesville or Carlisle?
- Gainesville housing costs are 17.8% more expensive than Carlisle housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Gainesville or Carlisle?
- The average commute for residents of Gainesville is 2.7 minutes longer than it is for residents of Carlisle.

Things to do in Carlisle?
Carlisle, PA is an inviting town southeast of Harrisburg full of amazing places to explore like North Lexington Park presenting its distinctive landscape or East Pennsboro Township Park hosting outdoor activities; their annual event Carlisle All-American BBQ brings people together with food and games every July.

Things to do in Gainesville?
Gainesville, Georgia sits within Hall county giving people a variety of culture attractions ranging from Brenau University to Smithgall Arts Center as well as nearby restaurants including The Olive Tree Grill.

 Carlisle, PAGainesville, GAUnited States
 Population  Unlock41,730329,725,481
 Median Income$52,098  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock32.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$280,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time18.96  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Carlisle    12 Reviews

Over 10 years ago

It's not All bad but people here seem to be more prejudiced against minorities like me. Even more so than people in the South where i used to live.   More

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Carlisle, PA, is at a crossroads of interstate 81 and US 76 (turnpike) which means its easy to get to, and easy to get out to places from. The town of Carlisle itself  More

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We are still suffering from sticker shock after living here for 7 years. This state charges you for EVERYTHING and the ROI is near to nothing. You have to pay a toll  More

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Reviews for Gainesville    6 Reviews

Over 10 years ago

Don't know if it is the proximity to Atlanta that keeps prices high or the rural/frugal thinking that keeps housing opportunities at a minimum, but after living here for  More

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I moved to Gainesville,Ga in 2010 from NYC and I have found it's a great place to raise your childrens and a good quality of life.It's a good place to live. Gainesville  More

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Over 16 years ago

This is a great place to live if you like the country feel and enjoy all 4 seasons. Nice people and lots to  More

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