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Kennesaw, GA vs Gadsden, AL

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Are people in Gadsden older or younger than people in Kennesaw?
- The Median Age in Gadsden is 4.9 years older than in Kennesaw.

Are housing costs cheaper in Gadsden or Kennesaw?
- Gadsden housing costs are 77.0% less expensive than Kennesaw housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Gadsden or Kennesaw?
- The average commute for residents of Gadsden is 12.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Kennesaw.

Things to do in Kennesaw?
Kennesaw, GA is situated just northwest of Atlanta and offers easy access to big-city amenities while still providing plenty of small-town charm like festivals, parades and events throughout the year.

Things to do in Gadsden?
Gadsden AL lies at the base of Lookout Mountain in northeast Alabama and boasts a rich history that dates back to 1868. From its Civil War memorials to its many shops offering antiques and local crafts, it's no wonder that this town has become so popular.

 Kennesaw, GAGadsden, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,317329,725,481
 Median Income$73,977  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$365,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time31.65  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Kennesaw    9 Reviews

Over 6 years ago

Lived here for 15 years. Lived in Colorado and Missouri also and spent a lot of time in Southern California. I can tell you this place is terrible! Summers are long,  More

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Over 7 years ago

Warm autumn and always something to do no matter what  More

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Kennesaw - Here's a bit of our background to help in your assessment. We moved to GA from southern CA. I've lived in Kennesaw for 8yrs. We are a multicultural family  More

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Reviews for Gadsden    2 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

Although employment numbers are relatively high, underemployment is a chronic  More

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Over 18 years ago

I was born here but lived in two other counties in Alabama. We moved to Gadsden area when I was 8. This place has it's advantages and drawbacks. It is said to be the  More

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