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Cedar Falls, IA vs Buffalo Grove, IL

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Are people in Buffalo Grove older or younger than people in Cedar Falls?
- The Median Age in Buffalo Grove is 13.2 years older than in Cedar Falls.

Are housing costs cheaper in Buffalo Grove or Cedar Falls?
- Buffalo Grove housing costs are 48.1% more expensive than Cedar Falls housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Buffalo Grove or Cedar Falls?
- The average commute for residents of Buffalo Grove is 15.9 minutes longer than it is for residents of Cedar Falls.

Things to do in Cedar Falls?
Cedar Falls Iowa is found in Black Hawk county offering tourists leisure areas such as George Wyth State park while also having employment opportunities at University of Northern Iowa along with entertainment opportunities at University Book & Supply Inc

Things to do in Buffalo Grove?
Buffalo Grove, Illinois lies within Cook County giving its citizens access to top rated schools such as Stevenson High School while also having shopping options at Arbor Town Square and numerous restaurants such as Tamarind By Maurya Indian Cuisine

 Cedar Falls, IABuffalo Grove, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock43,062329,725,481
 Median Income$66,838  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$226,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time13.7  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Cedar Falls    7 Reviews

Over 9 years ago

I lived in Cedar Falls while attending the University of Northern Iowa. It's a great college town. Main street is nice and there are plenty of restaurants to choose  More

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Over 13 years ago

We've lived in Cedar Falls since moving here from the great chicago land area in 2006. The school system in Cedar Falls and in Iowa in general if VERY strong.   More

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When I was preparing to moved to Cedar Falls, IA I was repeatedly met with the remark "IOWA!, what's there? corn?" But apart from the bitter winters, tornadoes, and  More

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Reviews for Buffalo Grove    7 Reviews

Over 12 years ago

Numerous forest preserve areas with walking paths and places to play sports (baseball, soccer, football). Close driving distance to Lake Michigan and several  More

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nice town to raise a  More

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Over 18 years ago

No place is perfect however BG is at or near the top especially in schooling and crime prevention. Numerous parks and biking paths. A great place to raise a family safe  More

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