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Gainesville, VA vs Fort Mill, SC

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Are people in Fort Mill older or younger than people in Gainesville?
- The Median Age in Fort Mill is 1.4 years older than in Gainesville.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fort Mill or Gainesville?
- Fort Mill housing costs are 26.7% less expensive than Gainesville housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fort Mill or Gainesville?
- The average commute for residents of Fort Mill is 17.3 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 Fort Mill?
Fort Mill, SC is a pleasant township south of Charlotte boasting plenty of wonderful attractions including Anne Springs Close Greenway perfect for relaxation or Springfield Park providing recreational activities; their popular event Fort Mill Ford Jazz festival keeps everyone entertained each May.

 Gainesville, VAFort Mill, SCUnited States
 Population  Unlock24,069329,725,481
 Median Income$150,487  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$616,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time42.79  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Fort Mill    12 Reviews

I am from England and I visited Fort Mill to stay with family friends in 1981 and 1986. Although that was a long time ago I enjoyed meeting wonderful friendly people and  More

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Hello. We're thinking of moving to Fort Mill from NJ this summer. My youngest will be a sophomore in high school so the quality of the school system is paramount, as is  More

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Over 5 years ago

I've lived here two years and don't feel the school live up to the reviews. It is very crowded here and traffic is rough. The building never stops. The mayor is a  More

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