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Box Elder, SD vs Peoria, IL

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Are people in Peoria older or younger than people in Box Elder?
- The Median Age in Peoria is 7.0 years older than in Box Elder.

Are housing costs cheaper in Peoria or Box Elder?
- Peoria housing costs are 59.4% less expensive than Box Elder housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Peoria or Box Elder?
- The average commute for residents of Peoria is 1.5 minutes longer than it is for residents of Box Elder.

Things to do in Box Elder?
Box Elder SD resides along I-90 exit 131 eastbound between Rapid City & Sioux Falls featuring Hot Springs Municipal Airport Ranch Creek Golf Course Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary Evans Plunge Mineral Spa plus Cave Of The Winds Tours between June–September attracting tourists all year round!

Things to do in Peoria?
Peoria, Illinois is a vibrant city located along the Illinois River. It's a hub of culture, art and history, with attractions such as the Peoria Civic Center and the Museum of Contemporary Art. From great shopping to excellent dining options; this city has something for everyone! Peoria is also home to numerous parks, trails and other outdoor activities perfect for nature lovers. With its welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of community, Peoria is an idyllic place to live or visit – come explore all that it has to offer!

 Box Elder, SDPeoria, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock113,672329,725,481
 Median Income$62,972  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock35.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$320,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock9.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.03  Unlock26.38
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In my opinion Peoria is a great city and for it’s size it has a lot of amenities a big city would have such as a ballpark, civic center, many educational options, great  More

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Crime is rampant and you can't even visit parks anymore without fear of some gang drive-by.  More

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I lived in Peoria for nearly three years for work and I miss it terribly. The Peoria metropolitan area is by far one of the most underrated in the country. I think what  More

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