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Gainesville, GA vs Prattville, AL

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Are people in Prattville older or younger than people in Gainesville?
- The Median Age in Prattville is 4.9 years older than in Gainesville.

Are housing costs cheaper in Prattville or Gainesville?
- Prattville housing costs are 31.4% less expensive than Gainesville housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Prattville or Gainesville?
- The average commute for residents of Prattville is 0.5 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 Prattville?
Prattville, Alabama is situated in Autauga county providing visitors leisure areas such as Marbury Plaza while also having employment opportunities at Searcy Hospitality Group plus entertainment opportunities at Cobb 16 & IMAXPRIME

 Gainesville, GAPrattville, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock37,977329,725,481
 Median Income$57,258  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$330,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.7%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 Prattville    3 Reviews

This city is a much better bet than Montgomery, but there is definitely not much to do. Most of the restaurants are chains, and there the bars are usually empty. A great  More

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Over 12 years ago

This area is extremely humid, near unbearable, in the summer  More

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Have lived in PVille for 10 years and love it. A great place to raise  More

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