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Gadsden, AL vs Cookeville, TN

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Are people in Cookeville older or younger than people in Gadsden?
- The Median Age in Cookeville is 10.5 years younger than in Gadsden.

Are housing costs cheaper in Cookeville or Gadsden?
- Cookeville housing costs are 241.6% more expensive than Gadsden housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Cookeville or Gadsden?
- The average commute for residents of Cookeville is 0.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Gadsden.

Things to do in Gadsden?
Gadsden AL lies at the base of Lookout Mountain in northeast Alabama and boasts a rich history that dates back to 1868. From its Civil War memorials to its many shops offering antiques and local crafts, it's no wonder that this town has become so popular.

Things to do in Cookeville?
Cookeville, TN is nestled in the Upper Cumberland Plateau providing numerous outdoor activities including hiking and biking trails as well as several cultural attractions like art galleries, music venues and museums.

 Gadsden, ALCookeville, TNUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,068329,725,481
 Median Income$35,776  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3038.4
 Avg. Home Price$84,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.7  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Gadsden    2 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

Although employment numbers are relatively high, underemployment is a chronic  More

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Over 18 years ago

I was born here but lived in two other counties in Alabama. We moved to Gadsden area when I was 8. This place has it's advantages and drawbacks. It is said to be the  More

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Reviews for Cookeville    12 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

I lived in Cookeville for around 7 years non consecutively. Don’t expect to go on a walk here. Sidewalks are fairly abundant but they are not well maintained and there  More

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My wife and I both moved here to work for state government. Other people are right, the pay is awful, hovering around $28k for people with masters and doctorates. Rental  More

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Been here for 4-5 years now, crime is on the rise and pay is stagnant, don't look for much over 28k a year in gross income here. Lots of areas are getting metro  More

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