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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Forest Park, GA vs Gainesville, GA

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Are people in Gainesville older or younger than people in Forest Park?
- The Median Age in Gainesville is 1.6 years older than in Forest Park.

Are housing costs cheaper in Gainesville or Forest Park?
- Gainesville housing costs are 98.6% more expensive than Forest Park housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Gainesville or Forest Park?
- The average commute for residents of Gainesville is 5.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Forest Park.

Things to do in Forest Park?
Forest Park, GA is a vibrant city south of Atlanta featuring several delightful attractions such as Fullers Park presenting its distinctive atmosphere or Anderson Park great for recreational activities; they organize the exciting Music in the Park each June.

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.

 Forest Park, GAGainesville, GAUnited States
 Population  Unlock41,730329,725,481
 Median Income$37,370  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock32.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$166,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time27.56  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Forest Park    2 Reviews
James · Forest Park, GA
Living in Forest Park
Over 12 years ago

Forest Park Georgia is a great place to live. It is perfected located near airport and major interstates. The schools are great and the county is  More

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Ruth  · Forest Park, GA
There is not much crime in Forest Park
Over 15 years ago

I read a review stating there is a lot of crime. I have lived in Forest Park since 1971 and have never been robbed or the victim of any other crime. We are a multi  More

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Reviews for Gainesville    6 Reviews
theo · Gainesville, GA
inflated self-assessment
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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phillip · Gainesville, GA
Good place to live move to Gainesville,Ga.
Over 13 years ago

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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Charles · Gainesville, GA
Great Place
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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