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Elmhurst, IL vs Merriam, KS

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Are people in Merriam older or younger than people in Elmhurst?
- The Median Age in Merriam is 1.9 years younger than in Elmhurst.

Are housing costs cheaper in Merriam or Elmhurst?
- Merriam housing costs are 39.0% less expensive than Elmhurst housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Merriam or Elmhurst?
- The average commute for residents of Merriam is 11.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Elmhurst.

Things to do in Elmhurst?
Elmhurst, Illinois is located near Chicago in DuPage county and offers quiet streets combined with urban amenities such as world class eateries or concerts at Wilder Mansion & Concert Hall plus easy access to Chicago's vibrant culture via public transportation. Outdoor activities are abundant all year round with sailing/boating opportunities along Salt Creek at York Woods Forest Preserve or strolls through Wilder Park Nature Center – so there’s something fun happening no matter what kind of weather it is outside!

Things to do in Merriam?
Merriam, KS is a vibrant city northwest of Kansas City featuring several enjoyable sights like Antioch Park preserving its unique atmosphere or Shawnee Mission Park ideal for relaxation; people can also join in the remarkable Taste of Merriam highlighting traditional foods and plenty entertainment every June.

 Elmhurst, ILMerriam, KSUnited States
 Population  Unlock11,110329,725,481
 Median Income$128,355  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$447,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time29.54  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Elmhurst    3 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

We feel pretty safe in our community. The police are nice and helpful. I do not feel the crime rate is  More

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Over 15 years ago

Elmhurst is a FANTASTIC town to live in. My husband and I both grew up in the Chicago suburbs, and have lived in Elmhurst for the past 5 years. We feel incredibly safe  More

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We've lived here for 25 years - Elmhurst, IL. By luck in 1983, we moved here. Young newlyweds, we really weren't too well versed in sizing up a community to buy a  More

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Reviews for Merriam    1 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

n my opinion "Dan Leaps" pesonal agenda to promote (at best) a dead style of music is a direct reflecton of his failure in the music business. Creating a political  More

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