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Carroll, IA vs Sun Prairie, WI

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Are people in Sun Prairie older or younger than people in Carroll?
- The Median Age in Sun Prairie is 5.6 years younger than in Carroll.

Are housing costs cheaper in Sun Prairie or Carroll?
- Sun Prairie housing costs are 111.0% more expensive than Carroll housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Sun Prairie or Carroll?
- The average commute for residents of Sun Prairie is 6.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Carroll.

Things to do in Carroll?
Carroll, IA is located between Fort Dodge & Des Moines right along US Highway 30 giving visitors & locals easy access to nearby attractions like iconic downtown festivals & popular Farmer’s Market on Court Avenue during summer months when strawberries come into season among other fresh fruits & vegetables grown locally!

Things to do in Sun Prairie?
Sun Prairie, WI sits just outside Madison in Dane County offering residents plenty of outdoor recreational activities such as fishing and camping while also providing great dining and shopping options.

 Carroll, IASun Prairie, WIUnited States
 Population  Unlock35,528329,725,481
 Median Income$51,443  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$170,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time14  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Carroll    1 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

texas is very hot and for me iowa weather was easier to live plus your health was much better their but college station has the best behavied college students of any  More

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Reviews for Sun Prairie    4 Reviews

Over 6 years ago

I love it here, the weather is absolutely fantastic if you like freezing your toes off.  More

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Typically cold winters, lots of snow. Summers are typically pleasant, but can be high humidity. Poor Air Quality year round. Mild spring and fall Summer can have  More

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Over 14 years ago

Crime is very low, I seldom feel like I have to lock my car or even my house. The schools here are pretty good, and have no tolerance for bullies (so if you have any,  More

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