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Gainesville, FL vs Princeton, NJ

#15 Most Competitive Public Colleges

#44 Best Green Cities

#56 2005 Best Places to Live

#88 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)

#1 Best and Worst Airports to make a Connection List

#2 Best Airports to Make a Connection

#4 Most Competitive Private Colleges

#6 Most Competitive Public Colleges

#6 Sleep in the City Study

#35 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)

#74 Best Green Cities

#169 2005 Best Places to Live

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

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

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

Many cities have colleges in them, but Princeton's character and quality of life are very deeply influenced by having such an outstanding school contributing to all  More

police are very quick to respond and resolve crime problems. very safe place to live. when you feel safe, all other issues are  More

You'll never lose on a real estate investment in Princeton. It has that cache that people always desire. McCarter Theatre, University concerts, fine dining, great  More