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Bloomington, IL vs Waukee, IA

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Are people in Waukee older or younger than people in Bloomington?
- The Median Age in Waukee is 1.3 years younger than in Bloomington.

Are housing costs cheaper in Waukee or Bloomington?
- Waukee housing costs are 60.5% more expensive than Bloomington housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Waukee or Bloomington?
- The average commute for residents of Waukee is 4.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Bloomington.

Things to do in Bloomington?
Bloomington Illinois provides an array of options for any kind of traveler including Miller Park Zoo or entertainment at Bloomington Center for Performing Arts .

Things to do in Waukee?
Waukee, IA sits on either side of Interstate 80/35 just northwest of Des Moines in Dallas county. The city has seen rapid growth due to its great quality of life and many popular attractions including the Waukee Ice Cream Shop and The Waukee Public Library.

 Bloomington, ILWaukee, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock23,441329,725,481
 Median Income$69,003  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$208,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time15.87  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Bloomington    18 Reviews

If you're not from here it might be hard to figure out that Bloomington and Normal are actually one city mushed together, so make sure you look up info on Normal, IL  More

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Over 11 years ago

Bloomington-Normal as a city is full of resturants and movie theaters. The downtown bar scene is dominated by ISU, IWU, and HCC students. The colleges can have some fun  More

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Bloomington-Normal as a city is full of resturants and movie theaters. The downtown bar scene is dominated by ISU, IWU, and HCC students. The colleges can have some fun  More

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Reviews for Waukee    2 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

moved here from nj the pace is so different here- lots to do- hills and bike paths, restaurants galore, theaters,  More

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It doesn't get any better than this! Low crime, high education standards, clean/attractive, family-oriented community with generally conservative values. Easy  More

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