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Gainesville, VA vs Woodbridge, VA

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Are people in Woodbridge older or younger than people in Gainesville?
- The Median Age in Woodbridge is 1.1 years younger than in Gainesville.

Are housing costs cheaper in Woodbridge or Gainesville?
- Woodbridge housing costs are 31.6% less expensive than Gainesville housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Woodbridge or Gainesville?
- The average commute for residents of Woodbridge is 2.9 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 Woodbridge?
Woodbridge, Virginia is located in Prince William county giving tourists leisure areas such as Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center combined with culture attractions such as the Hylton Performing Arts Center.

 Gainesville, VAWoodbridge, VAUnited States
 Population  Unlock42,734329,725,481
 Median Income$150,487  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock33.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$616,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time42.79  Unlock26.38
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Adding more and more housing and stores raising cost of living and making it very cramped including  More

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Over 11 years ago

If moving to the area, you should know that "Northern Virginia" is not really Virginia; it is suburban Washington D.C. Woodbridge is not a real city in the sense that  More

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