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Bettendorf, IA vs Elgin, IL

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Are people in Elgin older or younger than people in Bettendorf?
- The Median Age in Elgin is 3.9 years younger than in Bettendorf.

Are housing costs cheaper in Elgin or Bettendorf?
- Elgin housing costs are 1.7% less expensive than Bettendorf housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Elgin or Bettendorf?
- The average commute for residents of Elgin is 10.5 minutes longer than it is for residents of Bettendorf.

Things to do in Bettendorf?
Bettendorf, Iowa lies within Scott county providing its citizens access to parks including Centennial Park while also having shopping options near SouthPark Mall plus multiple restaurants including Applebees Grill & Bar.

Things to do in Elgin?
Elgin, Illinois is a delightful city located in the northwest suburbs of the Chicago metropolitan area. Its many attractions make it an ideal place to live or visit. Visitors can explore local history and culture at the Elgin History Museum, shop downtown boutiques and galleries, and enjoy delicious cuisine in its many restaurants. Outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of nearby parks and nature trails, while sports fans can cheer on their favorite teams at sporting events held Downtown Elgin. With its diverse offerings and friendly atmosphere, Elgin is a great destination for all ages – come see for yourself!

 Bettendorf, IAElgin, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock114,156329,725,481
 Median Income$89,375  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3538.4
 Avg. Home Price$268,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock9.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.87  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Bettendorf    4 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

very low crime, great schools, housing costs-a decent house for family of 5 is around  More

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We are thinking of moving to the area (Iowa). I am an NC native, although we feel the need to move out due to huge influx of newcomers in this area from the northeast  More

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Over 18 years ago

We moved to Bettendorf when our son was in elementary school based on favorable comments about the schools from several friends in similar stages in their lives. We  More

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Reviews for Elgin    9 Reviews

When I first moved to Elgin 2 years ago I did not like it. I lived in a mobile home park near the river and highway 90 in a senior community that over prices it's lot  More

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Hi, as a way of updating the post for Elgin and providing a rebuttal for some of the negative reviews, I've decided to post on this board. I've lived in Elgin since  More

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Over 15 years ago

I have lived in Elgin my whole life and it is very sad to read these comments about my town.... I'm a senior at South Elgin High School and I will be graduating this  More

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