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Gardendale, AL vs Livonia, MI

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Are people in Livonia older or younger than people in Gardendale?
- The Median Age in Livonia is 4.8 years older than in Gardendale.

Are housing costs cheaper in Livonia or Gardendale?
- Livonia housing costs are 6.6% more expensive than Gardendale housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Livonia or Gardendale?
- The average commute for residents of Livonia is 0.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Gardendale.

Things to do in Gardendale?
Gardendale, AL is a small city located northwest of Birmingham featuring multiple attractions such as Gardendale Magnolia Park with its huge lake and playground ideal for outdoor activities or the civic center where families can watch plays and shows; nearby parks like Wildwood Park provide plenty of areas for camping, fishing and visiting wildlife while several restaurants serve delicious meals.

Things to do in Livonia?
Livonia, Michigan is a bustling city located near Detroit. Here you can find a variety of attractions from its attractive parks and nature trails to shopping centers, entertainment venues and lively restaurants. Livonia also boasts an array of cultural attractions such as the Civic Center Library, Livonia Symphony Orchestra and Michigan Historical Center. Whether you're looking for outdoor fun or an exciting nightlife - Livonia has something for everyone!

 Gardendale, ALLivonia, MIUnited States
 Population  Unlock95,294329,725,481
 Median Income$74,608  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock45.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$243,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time24.95  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Livonia    4 Reviews

Over 13 years ago

Livonia has some of the best schools and support for special needs  More

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Over 17 years ago

I lived in Livonia most of my life and it's a pretty decent city! The schools are good, there are plenty of parks. There are 3 public pools, a couple of golf courses and  More

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Over 19 years ago

I moved to Livonia about six years ago, and I thought I would hate it. To my surprise, I actually really like it here. Livonia is pretty much middle class, and it is an  More

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