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Galesburg, IL vs Lombard, IL

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Are people in Lombard older or younger than people in Galesburg?
- The Median Age in Lombard is 3.3 years younger than in Galesburg.

Are housing costs cheaper in Lombard or Galesburg?
- Lombard housing costs are 289.9% more expensive than Galesburg housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Lombard or Galesburg?
- The average commute for residents of Lombard is 14.5 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 Lombard?
Lombard, Illinois is found in DuPage County featuring Wild Meadows Trout Farm or Cantigny Park along with food options such as Los Burritos Mexicanos Restaurant.

 Galesburg, ILLombard, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,311329,725,481
 Median Income$39,115  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$79,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time14.48  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Galesburg    2 Reviews
Tia · Galesburg, IL
Great to Visit, Lousy to Live In
Over 6 years ago

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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Clint · Barry, IL
Galesburg - Pros/Cons
Over 17 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 Lombard    4 Reviews
cynna · Albuquerque, NM
A village with a heart
Over 2 years ago

I lived in Lombard for 19 years before moving out of state in 2020. My primary issue with Illinois, not Lombard per so, is the real estate tax rate. I retired and  More

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Joe  · Lombard, IL
Above Average in DuPage Co
Over 18 years ago

Lombard is a good, solid suburban-Chicago town. Mid-west values, limited crime with sound school system. Neighboring Glen Ellyn is more affluent with matching property  More

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Iffath · Lombard, IL
Very low crime rate. Love It!
Over 18 years ago

Very low crime rate. Love  More

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