Gainesville
A community guide to Gainesville in Florida, the United States.
- Population
- 145,214 residents
- Region
- Florida
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 29.6516, -82.3248
Getting there
Reaching Gainesville typically involves the regional road network of Florida or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Gainesville to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Florida. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Gainesville.
Geography and location
Gainesville sits at approximate coordinates 29.6516 latitude and -82.3248 longitude within Florida. The terrain and natural features around Gainesville reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Florida road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Overview
Gainesville is a populated place in Florida, the United States. The community supports 145,214 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Florida. Its position within the broader regional network gives Gainesville a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.