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Glen Ellyn, IL vs Brookfield, IL

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Are people in Brookfield older or younger than people in Glen Ellyn?
- The Median Age in Brookfield is 0.9 years younger than in Glen Ellyn.

Are housing costs cheaper in Brookfield or Glen Ellyn?
- Brookfield housing costs are 36.8% less expensive than Glen Ellyn housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Brookfield or Glen Ellyn?
- The average commute for residents of Brookfield is 0.0 minutes longer 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 Brookfield?
Brookfield, IL is an attractive village west of Chicago home to numerous wonderful sights including Brookfield Zoo exhibiting tranquil grounds and gardens or Jaycee Memorial Park hosting fun activities like fishing; they organize vibrant events like Brookfield’s BAM Arts Walk each August.

 Glen Ellyn, ILBrookfield, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock19,517329,725,481
 Median Income$124,754  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$467,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time30.53  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Glen Ellyn    2 Reviews

Over 9 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 Brookfield    4 Reviews

Brookfield has a small town feel, but is still close enough to the city. Great schools, great people, nice houses, great community. I'm fortunate to able to raise my  More

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Most of Brookfield is in a flood plain, thus most basements get water in storms, and if you live near the creek (by the zoo), regardless of the price of your house,  More

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We loved this place, great schools, close to  More

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