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Florence, SC vs Gainesville, GA

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- Gainesville has 20.4% more rainy days than Florence.
- Gainesville has 2.4% more Sunny Days than Florence.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Gainesville scores 4.1% better than Florence
 Florence, SCGainesville, GAUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock5438
 Snowfall1  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock107106
 Sunny211  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8886
 Avg. Jan. Low33  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.77
 UV Index5.1  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock12402443
Reviews for Florence    18 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

The short version: high humidty+high temps+mosquitoes, high crime, terrible schools, poor dining choices, no outdoor activities, very few entertainment options,  More

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Some people have actually lived here for 30 years? I can't even imagine what your perspective is or what your life is like. Like anything in life, it's all about  More

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I've lived in Florence for over 30 years and think it's a great place to live, work and play. It's a progressive community that is welcoming to newcomers of all ages  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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