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Galesburg, IL vs Barnstable Town, MA

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Are people in Barnstable Town older or younger than people in Galesburg?
- The Median Age in Barnstable Town is 6.2 years older than in Galesburg.

Are housing costs cheaper in Barnstable Town or Galesburg?
- Barnstable Town housing costs are 629.8% more expensive than Galesburg housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Barnstable Town or Galesburg?
- The average commute for residents of Barnstable Town is 7.0 minutes longer than it is for residents of Galesburg.

Things to do in Galesburg?
Galesburg, IL is a classic mid-west town nestled along I-74 about 2 hours west from Chicago known for its picturesque prairies & rolling hills plus hunting grounds full of wildlife that attract astray hikers looking for unique experiences all year round!

Things to do in Barnstable Town?
Barnstable Town, Massachusetts can offer tourists the opportunity to explore its cobblestone streets while visiting historical sites at the John F Kennedy Hyannis Museum or take a swim at Sandy Neck Beach

 Galesburg, ILBarnstable Town, MAUnited States
 Population  Unlock48,556329,725,481
 Median Income$39,115  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock47.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$79,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock9.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time14.48  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Galesburg    2 Reviews

I returned home, this town, a little over 3 years ago. This is not for you if you are not 16-25 or unskilled. Unless you are one of the two, good luck landing a job of  More

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Over 18 years ago

Pros: 1. Low crime rate 2. Good school system 3. Extremely low cost of living and housing 4. Affordable place to live 5. A good place to live and raise a  More

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Reviews for Barnstable Town    1 Reviews

Over 6 years ago

I spent summers in Hyannis Port, and love it. Quiet, pretty, and quaint area. The only downside is the number of tourists that come in the  More

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