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Brookfield, IL vs Beverly, MA

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Highlights
Are people in Beverly older or younger than people in Brookfield?
- The Median Age in Beverly is 0.2 years older than in Brookfield.

Are housing costs cheaper in Beverly or Brookfield?
- Beverly housing costs are 114.5% more expensive than Brookfield housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Beverly or Brookfield?
- The average commute for residents of Beverly is 3.1 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Brookfield.

Things to do in Brookfield?
Brookfield, IL is an attractive village west of Chicago home to numerous wonderful sights including Brookfield Zoo exhibiting tranquil grounds and gardens or Jaycee Memorial Park hosting fun activities like fishing; they organize vibrant events like Brookfield’s BAM Arts Walk each August.

Things to do in Beverly?
Beverly, Massachusetts is located in Essex County featuring numerous attractions such as the Long Hill Orchard combined with stores like North Shore Mall plus restaurants like The Bancroft.

 Brookfield, ILBeverly, MAUnited States
 Population  Unlock42,448329,725,481
 Median Income$90,083  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$295,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time30.54  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Brookfield    4 Reviews

Brookfield has a small town feel, but is still close enough to the city. Great schools, great people, nice houses, great community. I'm fortunate to able to raise my  More

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Most of Brookfield is in a flood plain, thus most basements get water in storms, and if you live near the creek (by the zoo), regardless of the price of your house,  More

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We loved this place, great schools, close to  More

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Reviews for Beverly    4 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

On 3 different occasions I have lived here, each time it wasn't my first choice. My opinion has not changed, but gotten worse. First, the cost of living is not accurate  More

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Over 10 years ago

Although Beverly is beautiful, the cost of living is high. to get a good job, you need to commute into Boston which is expensive. As long as you have the money, great  More

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Over 11 years ago

I have lived in Beverly for almost 5 years, and have loved every minute of it. The weather is pleasant, but you have to love winters. It's actually not much colder  More

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