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Glen Ellyn, IL vs Jackson, WY

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Are people in Jackson older or younger than people in Glen Ellyn?
- The Median Age in Jackson is 7.7 years younger than in Glen Ellyn.

Are housing costs cheaper in Jackson or Glen Ellyn?
- Jackson housing costs are 214.5% more expensive than Glen Ellyn housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Jackson or Glen Ellyn?
- The average commute for residents of Jackson is 16.3 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 Jackson?
Jackson, WY is located in Teton County boasting a population close to 11,000 people. Here you can find attractions like Grand Teton National Park which features various monuments perfect for history buffs while also taking part in various festivals like the Annual Jackson Hole Rendezvous showcasing some of the area's best talent throughout the year!

 Glen Ellyn, ILJackson, WYUnited States
 Population  Unlock10,728329,725,481
 Median Income$124,754  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock33.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$467,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.2%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 Jackson    13 Reviews

I live in Jackson and I can tell you for sure it sucks. I'm currently a student in college so I don't bring in any income but my husband makes about 200,000 a year.....  More

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Over 4 years ago

What a rip-off!!! I had wanted to see Jackson, Wy for many years and found it to be very snooty. The motels were outrageously expensive. The entire city is  More

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Jackson, like so many other wealthy towns, is composed of the wealthy who made their money elsewhere and those who serve them. Those who serve are actually pretty nice  More

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