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Gainesville, GA vs Woodstock, GA

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Are people in Woodstock older or younger than people in Gainesville?
- The Median Age in Woodstock is 4.6 years older than in Gainesville.

Are housing costs cheaper in Woodstock or Gainesville?
- Woodstock housing costs are 23.6% more expensive than Gainesville housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Woodstock or Gainesville?
- The average commute for residents of Woodstock is 14.0 minutes longer than it is for residents of Gainesville.

Things to do in Gainesville?
Gainesville, Georgia sits within Hall county giving people a variety of culture attractions ranging from Brenau University to Smithgall Arts Center as well as nearby restaurants including The Olive Tree Grill.

Things to do in Woodstock?
Woodstock GA can be found just north Atlanta boasting an array of live music venues perfect for those who want a unique nightlife experience plus offering easy access to other major cities via the Noonday Creek Trail.

 Gainesville, GAWoodstock, GAUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,857329,725,481
 Median Income$57,258  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3738.4
 Avg. Home Price$330,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time21.64  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Gainesville    6 Reviews

Over 10 years ago

Don't know if it is the proximity to Atlanta that keeps prices high or the rural/frugal thinking that keeps housing opportunities at a minimum, but after living here for  More

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I moved to Gainesville,Ga in 2010 from NYC and I have found it's a great place to raise your childrens and a good quality of life.It's a good place to live. Gainesville  More

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Over 16 years ago

This is a great place to live if you like the country feel and enjoy all 4 seasons. Nice people and lots to  More

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Reviews for Woodstock    18 Reviews

Over 1 years ago

I mean, its getting better. It has good schools. If you need to live near Atlanta, but can't afford a closer suburb its fine. But its far enough that you will never want  More

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Over 8 years ago

Woodstock is fast becoming unaffordable and very artsy fartsy with a lot of retired baby boomers-IT IS GREAT WHEN THE TIME OF DAY ISNT RUSH HOUR-IT DIES AFTER 9PM  More

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We have lived in Woodstock, for about 16 years. It is quickly becoming over crowded and the roads can not handle the on slot of people moving here. It takes 30-40  More

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