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2025 Compare Cities Cost of Living:
Gainesville, FL vs Waverly, NY

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Highlights
Is it cheaper to live in Waverly or is it cheaper to live in Gainesville?
- Waverly is 9.7% less expensive than Gainesville.

Which city has more affordable housing, Waverly or Gainesville?
- Waverly housing costs are % than Gainesville housing costs.

Is Health Care more affordable in Gainesville or is Health Care more affordable in Waverly.
- Health related expenses are % in Waverly.
 Gainesville, FLWaverly, NYUnited States
 Overall  Unlock83.3100
Food & Groceries99.2 100
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Gainesville    60 Reviews

Over 3 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 Waverly    3 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

Waverly is located on the border of Pa. in a area of recent growth, especially since the natural gas interest in the area. although The taxes in NY appear to be higher  More

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Over 16 years ago

The economy here is terrible. Jobs are few and far between. Taxes are high and continue to dramatically increase due to poor government management and escalating debt.  More

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Over 18 years ago

Its too cold for to long up here. The summers are short with it usually raining alot. I love the fall it is beautiful when the leaves  More

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