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Carol Stream, IL vs Oswego, IL

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Are people in Oswego older or younger than people in Carol Stream?
- The Median Age in Oswego is 0.5 years younger than in Carol Stream.

Are housing costs cheaper in Oswego or Carol Stream?
- Oswego housing costs are 10.7% more expensive than Carol Stream housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Oswego or Carol Stream?
- The average commute for residents of Oswego is 4.2 minutes longer 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 Oswego?
Gahanna, Ohio is located in Franklin County providing its citizens great recreational activities such as Big Walnut Trail plus stores like Easton Town Center and dining spots near Bravo Cucina Italiana.

 Carol Stream, ILOswego, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,324329,725,481
 Median Income$95,342  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$313,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.9%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 Oswego    4 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

I absolutely love living in Oswego. There's always something to do and it still feels like a small hometown. I've lived in this town my whole life and I wouldn't want  More

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Over 18 years ago

Chicago has something for everyone. Musuems, zoos, theater, beaches, shopping, and plenty of parks and forest preserves to keep natives and visitors busy and happy.  More

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Over 19 years ago

Relocated 2 years ago and looked at Naperville for the schools. Learned Oswego had a master plan. It is rolling out now and is well received. Housing is reasonable  More

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