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Carol Stream, IL vs Hilliard, OH

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Are people in Hilliard older or younger than people in Carol Stream?
- The Median Age in Hilliard is 3.5 years younger than in Carol Stream.

Are housing costs cheaper in Hilliard or Carol Stream?
- Hilliard housing costs are 4.9% more expensive than Carol Stream housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Hilliard or Carol Stream?
- The average commute for residents of Hilliard is 6.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Carol Stream.

Things to do in Carol Stream?
Carol Stream, Illinois sits within DuPage county featuring numerous attractions such Red Gate Bridge Nature Preserve or Cantigny Park combined with stores like Stratford Square Mall and local food spots like Dairy Queen

Things to do in Hilliard?
Hilliard, Ohio is situated in Franklin county featuring numerous attractions such as Weaver Park Nature Reserve or Darby Creek Golf Course combined with stores like The Mall at Tuttle Crossing and local food spots such as Bob Evans

 Carol Stream, ILHilliard, OHUnited States
 Population  Unlock35,530329,725,481
 Median Income$95,342  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$313,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time29.43  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Carol Stream    1 Reviews

Great place to live and raise a family but, taxes are high. The winters are very  More

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Reviews for Hilliard    7 Reviews

I have been here now since 2005, and in that time i have seen the city change a lot, it used to be quiet here, homes were cheap, and income was good compared to cost of  More

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Over 11 years ago

The quality of life is dreary. Property tax is very high, cost of living in comparison to salary also high. Winter seems to last for a solid six months. The upside:  More

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Hilliard is a great place to live with its good schools and growing economy. However, allergy sufferers beware, the allergen are high. Tree, ragweed, you name it, but be  More

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