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East Peoria, IL vs Waukegan, IL

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Are people in Waukegan older or younger than people in East Peoria?
- The Median Age in Waukegan is 7.7 years younger than in East Peoria.

Are housing costs cheaper in Waukegan or East Peoria?
- Waukegan housing costs are 21.4% more expensive than East Peoria housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Waukegan or East Peoria?
- The average commute for residents of Waukegan is 6.1 minutes longer than it is for residents of East Peoria.

Things to do in East Peoria?
East Peoria, IL sits along the Illinois River between Peoria Heights and Peoria City limits in central Illinois about two hours from Chicago. The city's main employers are Caterpillar Inc., Komatsu Ltd., Hamilton Sundstrand Corp., National Reddi-Mix LCC, and American Refining Group Incorporated among others.

Things to do in Waukegan?
Waukegan, Illinois sits on Lake Michigan’s banks boasting 30 miles worth of sandy beaches perfect for sunbathing or playing beach volleyball along with other activities such as biking trails around Bowen Park or fly fishing in Mill Creek.

 East Peoria, ILWaukegan, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock89,751329,725,481
 Median Income$68,246  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$149,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock10.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.12  Unlock26.38
Reviews for East Peoria    1 Reviews

East Peoria is across the river from Peoria, the latter of which is the anchor of the entire "Heart of IL" region. Though the two share part of a name, they are separate  More

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Reviews for Waukegan    3 Reviews

Great people, beautifully diverse. All live and work together to provide the best for all residents. Lake County College is completing a 40 million dollar building  More

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Over 12 years ago

We're looking for a moderate climate. Waukegan is on Lake Michigan and could have a dynamic vibrant downtown but it doesn't. Great master plan if somehow Waukegan can  More

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Over 17 years ago

I have been living in north east waukegan for 12 years and I am excited by the recent surge of growth in the downtown area. Thanks to the Genesee theater, there are  More

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