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Gainesville, FL vs Omaha, NE

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Highlights
- Omaha spends 26.1% more per student than Gainesville.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 16.9% lower in Omaha than in Gainesville. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- Omaha had 3.3% fewer residents who had graduated High School compared to Gainesville

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 Gainesville, FLOmaha, NEUnited States
 Expend. per Student$11,572$14,596$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$10,094$11,673$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student$5,555$7,312$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio18.1915.1216.23
 Students per Librarian4044154573
 Students per Counselor501372530
 Grade School Educ.2.7%4.8%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.4.0%4.9%6.3%
 High School Educ.93.4%90.3%88.9%
 Some College Educ.15.8%22.0%20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.11.4%7.8%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.49.0%38.7%33.7%
 Masters Grad.14.0%9.1%9.3%
 Professional Degree3.8%3.1%2.2%
 Doctorate Degree5.3%1.6%1.5%

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Reviews for Gainesville    60 Reviews

Over 2 years ago

I've lived here most of my life. It's changed a lot, and a lot of the locals don't like it. Because it's home to one of the largest universities in the country, we see a  More

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Lovely diverse city! People is nice and there is always something to do. Outdoors activities are awesome! The springs are beautiful and there are plenty of hiking  More

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Gainesville has the highest taxes and electrical rates in the state. The city is run by a bunch of liberals who have no idea what they are doing. Crime and homelessness  More

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Reviews for Omaha    122 Reviews

Over 1 years ago

Born and raised in Omaha, moved to the Pacific Northwest for 50 years, and now back in Omaha. Feels safe, secure, good health care, lots of activities. Compared to  More

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Over 1 years ago

Many of the reviews say Omaha is good for family life - it is, but it also offers the best of quality urban living. I've lived here for 20 years, after living in  More

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Pros: Not much happens, no news is good news. No major tornadoes for decades!! Education can be good in areas. Career opportunities for those who take risks and  More

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ZIPS IN GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA
32608, 32607, 32606, 32605, 32609, 32601, 32641, 32653, 32612, 32603, 10 total
ZIPS IN OMAHA, NEBRASKA
68104, 68107, 68116, 68134, 68164, 68135, 68137, 68144, 68105, 68154, 28 total

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