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Gainesville, GA vs Brunswick, GA

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Are people in Brunswick older or younger than people in Gainesville?
- The Median Age in Brunswick is 3.9 years older than in Gainesville.

Are housing costs cheaper in Brunswick or Gainesville?
- Brunswick housing costs are 36.6% less expensive than Gainesville housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Brunswick or Gainesville?
- The average commute for residents of Brunswick is 2.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Gainesville.

Things to do in Gainesville?
Gainesville, Georgia sits within Hall county giving people a variety of culture attractions ranging from Brenau University to Smithgall Arts Center as well as nearby restaurants including The Olive Tree Grill.

Things to do in Brunswick?
Brunswick is a city situated between Savannah and Jacksonville boasting leisurely activities such as golfing or fishing while providing access to Amelia Island known for its unspoiled beaches and breathtaking sceneries plus proximity to St. Simons Island which offers various sports courts and playgrounds great for families.

 Gainesville, GABrunswick, GAUnited States
 Population  Unlock14,774329,725,481
 Median Income$57,258  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$330,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time21.64  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Gainesville    6 Reviews

Over 10 years ago

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

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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

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Over 16 years ago

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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Reviews for Brunswick    12 Reviews

Moved here six years ago… A great place to live… Excellent weather and always has a gentle seabreeze… A great place for retirees… And Brunswick has an excellent tax  More

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Over 8 years ago

Hello all I have been in Brunswick for the last 13 years. Many of the reviews that are here were accurate 8, 10, or 15 years ago (when they were written). Today, we  More

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I hope to be in that area by the  More

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