| | Crystal Lake, IL | Grayslake, IL | United States |
| Overall | 101.9 | 97.0 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 96.9 | 96.7 | 100 |
| Health | 96.9 | 96.3 | 100 |
| Housing | 91.7 | 89.7 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $296,600 | $280,800 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,620.0% | 9,500.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 124.6 | 93.6 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 138.8 | 141.7 | 100 |
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Reviews for Crystal Lake 
7 Reviews
Great area for recreational boating, fishing and biking. Great place to involve your kids as there are lots of opportunities' for football, baseball and dance. For More
I have been living here for 12 years. It's a nice community with friendly people, but I hate the weather. It feels like winter is 6 months long with many overcast days, More
A nice place to raise a family, but not a lot of diversity. We are looking to move from here and searching in the Colorado More
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Reviews for Grayslake 3 Reviews
Property tax is one of the highest in the nation
a $220000 home will cost you $10980 in taxes annually as of 9/2014
This information can be verified on the More
Grayslake weather is very difficult to enjoy outdoor activities. In summer, it is SO humid and hot and full of mosquitos that you cannot enjoy a beautiful summer night. More
3% of home value annually/ A $300,000 home will cost you 10K in annual property taxes. Where does it all More
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