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Chicago, IL vs Manitowoc, WI

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Highlights
- Job Growth in Manitowoc has been positive.
- Manitowoc has 4.4% more unemployment than Chicago.
- Manitowoc job growth has increased by 6.3% in the past 10 years.
 Chicago, ILManitowoc, WIUnited States
 Current Unemployment  Unlock4.6%6.0%
 Future Job Growth25.7%  Unlock33.5%
 Recent Job Growth  Unlock-3.8%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-9.3%  Unlock-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth  Unlock-4.9%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth-3.1%  Unlock6.3%
Reviews for Chicago    270 Reviews

I've lived in Chicago city and later moved to suburbs when family size increased. Absolutely love this city. This is the cleanest and most beautiful among the major  More

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Chicago is probably the best value in a major city that you can find and my personal favorite city. It will become increasingly important as climate change makes the  More

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I've live on north side and south side, UIC medical center. Don't move here go to the north side. No good amenities, if you get bored with one there is no other choices.  More

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Reviews for Manitowoc    12 Reviews

Manitowoc is a great place. The city has done a remarkable job in the last few years attracting new higher-end, fun businesses: the Wharf, Waterfront Wine Bar, Manitowoc  More

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My family and I come to Manitowoc frequently. We have invested in properties here because we love this quiet, quaint town. The farmers market is so cute. I love being  More

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Over 5 years ago

My family and I come to Manitowoc frequently. We have invested in properties here because we love this quiet, quaint town. The farmers market is so cute. I love being  More

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