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Gainesville, VA vs Annandale, VA

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Are people in Annandale older or younger than people in Gainesville?
- The Median Age in Annandale is 3.6 years older than in Gainesville.

Are housing costs cheaper in Annandale or Gainesville?
- Annandale housing costs are 3.8% more expensive than Gainesville housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Annandale or Gainesville?
- The average commute for residents of Annandale is 10.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Gainesville.

Things to do in Gainesville?
Situated between Washington DC and Manassas National Battlefield Park lies Gainesville --a vibrant suburban community with easy access to several major highways while boasting a unique history amidst its rolling hills. The town also provides multiple parks with outdoor activities ideal for families while art galleries serve up modern cultural experiences.

Things to do in Annandale?
Annandale, Virginia is situated in Fairfax County providing visitors leisure areas like Wakefield Park or Camelot by the Lake Shopping Center plus employment prospects through Merrifield Garden Center.

 Gainesville, VAAnnandale, VAUnited States
 Population  Unlock41,869329,725,481
 Median Income$150,487  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$616,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time42.79  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Annandale    5 Reviews

I've lived here for 3 years. This is by far one of my favorite cities in VA. There are plenty of food options within a 5 mile radius, ranging from Korean to All-American  More

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Over 17 years ago

We've lived in the Western part of Annandale for years now. Anyone considering a move here should understand a basic reality. It is that Annandale is not one place but  More

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Over 17 years ago

We've lived in Annandale for almost 20 years. It is a Washington DC suburb in northern Virginia. Overall, it is a nice place to live, although the cost of living  More

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