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Glen Ellyn, IL vs Helena, MT

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Are people in Helena older or younger than people in Glen Ellyn?
- The Median Age in Helena is 1.2 years younger than in Glen Ellyn.

Are housing costs cheaper in Helena or Glen Ellyn?
- Helena housing costs are 5.9% less expensive than Glen Ellyn housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Helena or Glen Ellyn?
- The average commute for residents of Helena is 18.2 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 Helena?
Helena MT rests near Lewis and Clark National Forest which makes it an ideal spot for outdoor activities ranging from hiking trails to skiing during winter months plus museums showcasing local history!

 Glen Ellyn, ILHelena, MTUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,060329,725,481
 Median Income$124,754  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$467,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.3%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 Helena    17 Reviews

I spent 6 months living on a ranch in the Helena valley. This was during the population boom Montana experienced after covid. Helena has some great mountain biking  More

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Over 3 years ago

We transplanted from Southern California 3 years ago and have never looked back! Living in the small unincorporated town of York Montana located in the Helena nation  More

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Over 5 years ago

I lived here for 16 years. It is a great place to grow  More

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