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Frankfort, IL vs Portage, IN

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Are people in Portage older or younger than people in Frankfort?
- The Median Age in Portage is 4.8 years younger than in Frankfort.

Are housing costs cheaper in Portage or Frankfort?
- Portage housing costs are 39.7% less expensive than Frankfort housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Portage or Frankfort?
- The average commute for residents of Portage is 8.4 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Frankfort.

Things to do in Frankfort?
Frankfort, IL is an attractive town southwest of Tinley Park home to numerous wonderful sights including Frankfort Historic District exhibiting tranquil grounds and gardens or Stoney Creek ideal for picnicking; they organize vibrant events like Farmers Market each Sunday.

Things to do in Portage?
Portage, Indiana lies within Porter County providing its citizens access to top rated schools such as Fegely Middle School while also having shopping options near Woodland Mall as well as multiple food spots including Mario's Roma Italian Restaurant

 Frankfort, ILPortage, INUnited States
 Population  Unlock37,540329,725,481
 Median Income$145,645  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$400,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time35.02  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Frankfort    1 Reviews

Over 18 years ago

incredible housing bargains in this area, compared to the northern or western suburbs of  More

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Reviews for Portage    2 Reviews

Just a normal, big town in the Midwest. Decent public schools, sure, pretty safe, indeed and not expensive (yet) to live. On the one hand many normal-sized (mostly old)  More

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Over 19 years ago

Boring but good  More

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