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Charleston, IL vs Gainesville, GA

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Are people in Gainesville older or younger than people in Charleston?
- The Median Age in Gainesville is 5.6 years older than in Charleston.

Are housing costs cheaper in Gainesville or Charleston?
- Gainesville housing costs are 178.8% more expensive than Charleston housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Gainesville or Charleston?
- The average commute for residents of Gainesville is 8.1 minutes longer than it is for residents of Charleston.

Things to do in Charleston?
Charleston, IL is an inviting town southeast of Mattoon full of amazing places to explore like 'Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site' presenting its distinctive landscape or Coles County Historical Museum & Research Center hosting outdoor activities; their annual event Festival Of The Little Hills brings people together with food and games every August.

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.

 Charleston, ILGainesville, GAUnited States
 Population  Unlock41,730329,725,481
 Median Income$44,371  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock32.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$118,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time13.58  Unlock26.38
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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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