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Carol Stream, IL vs Rome, GA

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Are people in Rome older or younger than people in Carol Stream?
- The Median Age in Rome is 2.1 years younger than in Carol Stream.

Are housing costs cheaper in Rome or Carol Stream?
- Rome housing costs are 40.9% less expensive than Carol Stream housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Rome or Carol Stream?
- The average commute for residents of Rome is 8.9 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 Rome?
Rome, Georgia is located in Floyd County providing residents entertainment options from exploring the Chieftains Museum to swimming at Ridge Ferry Park combined with shops like Mount Berry Square Mall and job prospects through Redmond Regional Medical Center.

 Carol Stream, ILRome, GAUnited States
 Population  Unlock37,509329,725,481
 Median Income$95,342  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$313,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.6%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 Rome    11 Reviews

Outside of the Atlanta area, ROME is one of Georgia's largest cities and is the heart of the ABC TRIANGLE (Atlanta, Birmingham and Chattanooga all easy drives from  More

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I moved to Rome Georgia with my wife almost 30 years ago from New Jersey and raised four children in this wonderful community. It is a beautiful place to  More

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Over 11 years ago

Climate is very comfortable. Some humidity, but overall, it isn't too hot or  More

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