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Avondale, AZ vs St. Charles, IL

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Highlights
Are people in St. Charles older or younger than people in Avondale?
- The Median Age in St. Charles is 11.0 years older than in Avondale.

Are housing costs cheaper in St. Charles or Avondale?
- St. Charles housing costs are 2.2% more expensive than Avondale housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, St. Charles or Avondale?
- The average commute for residents of St. Charles is 3.0 minutes longer than it is for residents of Avondale.

Things to do in Avondale?
Avondale, Arizona sits on the outskirts of Phoenix offering many outdoor recreational venues such as Estrella Mountain Park or Wildlife World Zoo.

Things to do in St. Charles?
St. Charles IL is situated northwest Chicago and has plenty to offer like Fox River running through the city center offering kayaking & fishing opportunities as well as vintage districts perfect for browsing thrift stores and eating out in quaint cafes.

 Avondale, AZSt. Charles, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,908329,725,481
 Median Income$69,241  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$372,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time28.06  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Avondale    3 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

My children have attended Canyon Breeze for the last couple of years. In that time a new principal has taken over. Bullying, swearing, and children running around  More

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Over 18 years ago

I am a young married woman with a family. I love Avondale for so many reasons. There is everything I need nearby and I rarely have to venture out of my area. Shopping,  More

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Over 18 years ago

The valley is in serious need of mass transit. Currently a light rail is being built, but it is slated to only connect Phoenix to Tempe. Eventually it will connect more  More

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Reviews for St. Charles    6 Reviews

Over 13 years ago

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Moving to Saint Charles from Kansas City was quite to sticker shock from a cost of living standpoint. I did do my homework and knew this would be the case, but it  More

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Over 16 years ago

St. Charles, Illinois is a small, trendy river town. It hosts amenities that appeal to everyone. Biking, running, walking, hiking, camping, horseback riding, kayaking,  More

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