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Sandy, UT vs Gainesville, FL

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Highlights
- Job Growth in Gainesville has been positive.
- Gainesville has 1.7% less unemployment than Sandy.
- Gainesville job growth has increased by 7.5% in the past 10 years.
 Sandy, UTGainesville, FLUnited States
 Current Unemployment  Unlock4.4%6.0%
 Future Job Growth43.8%  Unlock33.5%
 Recent Job Growth  Unlock-5.2%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth0.5%  Unlock-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth  Unlock2.5%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth18.4%  Unlock6.3%
Reviews for Sandy    16 Reviews

Over 8 years ago

It was a great city when I moved here 2o years ago but due to over crowding and building apartments the traffic is awful. People are rude and drive like idiots  More

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Over 10 years ago

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Reviews for Gainesville    60 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

I've lived here most of my life. It's changed a lot, and a lot of the locals don't like it. Because it's home to one of the largest universities in the country, we see a  More

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Lovely diverse city! People is nice and there is always something to do. Outdoors activities are awesome! The springs are beautiful and there are plenty of hiking  More

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Gainesville has the highest taxes and electrical rates in the state. The city is run by a bunch of liberals who have no idea what they are doing. Crime and homelessness  More

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