| | Okemos, MI | Aurora, IL | United States |
| Overall | 83.6 | 95.4 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 98.7 | 96.2 | 100 |
| Health | 87.9 | 92.7 | 100 |
| Housing | 105.1 | 73.6 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $326,500 | $245,800 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,830.0% | 9,820.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 96.0 | 90.4 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 108.1 | 138.1 | 100 |
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Reviews for Okemos 
2 Reviews
I’ve lived here for a couple of years now and overall it’s been ok. Okemos, is generally pretty similar to most other small towns in Michigan. However, it’s slightly set More
Fantastic school system here in Okemos! Best in the More
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What a joke this city is. My friend's husband was shot in the head in this village (along with 4 others murdered). Their response was sub-par to say the least. Their More
Seeking to relocate out of Aurora, More
Winters too long,cold and snowy, i dread it more every year!
Will retire out of here in a few More
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