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Gainesville, GA vs Thomasville, GA

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Are people in Thomasville older or younger than people in Gainesville?
- The Median Age in Thomasville is 4.0 years older than in Gainesville.

Are housing costs cheaper in Thomasville or Gainesville?
- Thomasville housing costs are 42.8% less expensive than Gainesville housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Thomasville or Gainesville?
- The average commute for residents of Thomasville is 1.9 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 Thomasville?
Thomasville, GA is an inviting town northwest of Tallahassee full of amazing places to explore like Pebble Hill Plantation displaying its distinctive landscape or War Toons Battle Simulation presenting outdoor activities; their annual event Thomasville Rose Show & Festival brings people together with food and games every April.

 Gainesville, GAThomasville, GAUnited States
 Population  Unlock18,844329,725,481
 Median Income$57,258  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$330,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.5%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 Thomasville    1 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

My husband had transfered his job from Lordstown Ohio to Florida. I did my research and found Thomasville to have a very low crime rate along with a wonderful school  More

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