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Glen Ellyn, IL vs Beckley, WV

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Are people in Beckley older or younger than people in Glen Ellyn?
- The Median Age in Beckley is 0.0 years older than in Glen Ellyn.

Are housing costs cheaper in Beckley or Glen Ellyn?
- Beckley housing costs are 77.2% less expensive than Glen Ellyn housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Beckley or Glen Ellyn?
- The average commute for residents of Beckley is 13.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Glen Ellyn.

Things to do in Glen Ellyn?
Glen Ellyn is a village located in DuPage County Illinois about 25 miles west of Chicago. The village has seen an increased influx of younger families due to its highly ranked public school system and proximity to jobs and recreational options including Gifford Park which has been recently renovated with new paths benches and playgrounds.

Things to do in Beckley?
Beckley is an independent city situated in southern West Virginia known for its stunning views over New River Gorge National River plus numerous hiking trails offering spectacular lookouts over natural landmarks and waterfalls alongside convenient access to outdoor restaurants perfect for discovering locals’ favorite spots.

 Glen Ellyn, ILBeckley, WVUnited States
 Population  Unlock17,261329,725,481
 Median Income$124,754  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$467,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time30.53  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Glen Ellyn    2 Reviews

Over 10 years ago

My husband and I moved to Glen Ellyn from Chicago in 1993 when our first child was born. One thing you should know about GE is that it is spread out and there is an "in  More

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My husband and I are life long residents of the Chicago area and have lived in Glen Ellyn since 1998. It is a comfortable, walkable, old fashion neighborhood where you  More

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Reviews for Beckley    4 Reviews

I was born in Beckley, moved away and lived in a smaller town, and then two major cities. I have been back for 14 years. Beckley is not for everyone. If you are looking  More

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Over 7 years ago

Born and raised here. Moved to Florida for 17 years. The only reason I moved back was to care for parent. Though I love the seasons and wanted to leave Florida, this  More

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Over 18 years ago

Beckley is a great place for outdoor enthusiasts. There is an easily accesible ski resort 30 minutes away. Biking, kayaking, canoeing, whitewater rafting in beautiful  More

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