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Garner, NC vs Elizabethton, TN

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Are people in Elizabethton older or younger than people in Garner?
- The Median Age in Elizabethton is 2.8 years older than in Garner.

Are housing costs cheaper in Elizabethton or Garner?
- Elizabethton housing costs are 49.5% less expensive than Garner housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Elizabethton or Garner?
- The average commute for residents of Elizabethton is 5.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Garner.

Things to do in Garner?
Garner is a town located within Wake County in North Carolina that has grown significantly since its beginnings back in 1846 when it was simply referred to as Garner's Cross Roads. With homes ranging from single-family residences to townhomes or condos for rent/sale plus plenty of recreational opportunities nearby—there’s something here for everyone!

Things to do in Elizabethton?
Elizabethton, TN is an inviting town northeast of Johnson City full of amazing places to explore like Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area presenting its distinctive landscape or Doe River great for outdoor activities; their annual event Carter County Apple Festival brings people together with food and games every October.

 Garner, NCElizabethton, TNUnited States
 Population  Unlock14,112329,725,481
 Median Income$70,007  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$375,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.69  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Garner    3 Reviews

One of the best areas in the Triangle Region of North Carolina for cost effective housing. Since the RE bust in 2008 home prices have fallen across the country. The  More

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I moved here about a year ago from FL and love it. We chose Johnston County as opposed to Wake County due to the tax base and the schools. The cost of a home out here  More

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Hi. I currently live in Hollywood, Florida and truly love it; however, I've decided to return to Garner where I lived for 7 years. The grass is really not greener here.  More

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Reviews for Elizabethton    2 Reviews

If you like hot humid weather all summer long, this is the place for you. The humidity level here is really high most of the year. Elizabethton is a pretty town, lots  More

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We stayed at a friend's home several times and can't wait to get back. I was never concerned for my safety, traffic is light, the people are friendly, the weather is  More

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