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Beach Park, IL vs Waukegan, IL

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Are people in Waukegan older or younger than people in Beach Park?
- The Median Age in Waukegan is 0.9 years younger than in Beach Park.

Are housing costs cheaper in Waukegan or Beach Park?
- Waukegan housing costs are 20.5% less expensive than Beach Park housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Waukegan or Beach Park?
- The average commute for residents of Waukegan is 1.5 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Beach Park.

Things to do in Beach Park?
Beach Park, IL is a pleasant small city northwest of Waukegan featuring several spectacular spots such as Millburn Orchard exhibiting tranquil gardens and trails or Countryside Golf Course with unique cuisine; locals gather yearly at the remarkable Beach Party celebrating local culture with art and performances.

Things to do in Waukegan?
Waukegan, Illinois sits on Lake Michigan’s banks boasting 30 miles worth of sandy beaches perfect for sunbathing or playing beach volleyball along with other activities such as biking trails around Bowen Park or fly fishing in Mill Creek.

 Beach Park, ILWaukegan, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock89,751329,725,481
 Median Income$75,968  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$228,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock10.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time27.63  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Waukegan    3 Reviews

Great people, beautifully diverse. All live and work together to provide the best for all residents. Lake County College is completing a 40 million dollar building  More

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Over 12 years ago

We're looking for a moderate climate. Waukegan is on Lake Michigan and could have a dynamic vibrant downtown but it doesn't. Great master plan if somehow Waukegan can  More

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Over 17 years ago

I have been living in north east waukegan for 12 years and I am excited by the recent surge of growth in the downtown area. Thanks to the Genesee theater, there are  More

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