| | Franklin, NC | Gainesville, GA | United States |
| Overall | 90.2 | 95.1 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 97.1 | 95.3 | 100 |
| Health | 121.9 | 99.9 | 100 |
| Housing | 70.2 | 93.4 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $258,900 | $330,400 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,220.0% | 9,810.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 68.2 | 83.2 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 90.7 | 102.1 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Franklin 
4 Reviews
Great mountain town. Friendly people and lots to do. More
I agree with some of the posts on here saying that Franklin is more than willing to take your money, but it's difficult to fit in if you 'aren't from around here, are More
Franklin will welcome you if you are a vacationer but move here and it is a whole different story. We are one of those families that would vacation here every year and More
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Reviews for Gainesville 
6 Reviews
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
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
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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