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Gainesville, GA vs Pell City, AL

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Are people in Pell City older or younger than people in Gainesville?
- The Median Age in Pell City is 6.7 years older than in Gainesville.

Are housing costs cheaper in Pell City or Gainesville?
- Pell City housing costs are 22.3% less expensive than Gainesville housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Pell City or Gainesville?
- The average commute for residents of Pell City is 3.9 minutes longer 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 Pell City?
Pell City, AL is a small town found northeast of Birmingham that offers plenty choices for leisurely activities ranging from swimming pools and picnic spots to nearby lakes ideal for canoeing or kayaking trips through Stillwater Creek’s waters lined with rocks providing glimpses into cypress tree forests along its shores.

 Gainesville, GAPell City, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock12,923329,725,481
 Median Income$57,258  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$330,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.5%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 Pell City    4 Reviews

PELL CITY IS GREAT PLACE TO LIVE THE ONLY ISSUE IS THE SORRY ASS COPS HERE. MY CHILD HAS BEEN SHOT AT THANK GOD HE WAS NOT HURT ALONG WITH HIS FRIEND. THE POLICE WAS  More

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Pell City is a great place to live the only issue I have with Pell City is the sorry ass police. I can not express the disappointment I have for our Police Dept.. My 17  More

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Over 17 years ago

If you are a religious person you will find much happiness in Pell City. There are many different faiths that live together in relatively good harmony.  More

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