Gainesville

Gainesville, Georgia Overview

Gainesville scores 50.8/100 overall (C+), ranking #10 of 20 cities in Georgia — below the state composite of 51.5. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 75/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 8/100.

Income & Employment in Gainesville

The median household income in Gainesville is $64,636, 9% below the statewide median of $71,355. The local unemployment rate of 3.1% is lower than the state’s 3.5%. Population grew 1.2% recently.

Safety in Gainesville

Gainesville reports 376.8 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 368 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 2601.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Gainesville

Gainesville has a cost of living index of 96.1 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $337,000. Median monthly rent is $1,234. Renters spend 22.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Gainesville

The adult obesity rate in Gainesville is 33.6% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 13.8%. Residents report an average of 18.3 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Georgia ranks #34 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Gainesville

Gainesville’s high school graduation rate of 92.7% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 14.3:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,253. The city has 33 public schools serving 25,740 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Gainesville

Gainesville enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 61.8°F. Summers average 76.5°F. Winters average 48.6°F. Annual precipitation is 49.1 inches.

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