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Glen Ellyn, IL vs Pinehurst, NC

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Are people in Pinehurst older or younger than people in Glen Ellyn?
- The Median Age in Pinehurst is 17.6 years older than in Glen Ellyn.

Are housing costs cheaper in Pinehurst or Glen Ellyn?
- Pinehurst housing costs are 2.9% less expensive than Glen Ellyn housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Pinehurst or Glen Ellyn?
- The average commute for residents of Pinehurst is 8.6 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 Pinehurst?
Nestled in the heart of the Sandhills region lies Pinehurst -- a serene town that offers world-class golf courses plus plenty of outdoor activities like hiking and biking on its many trails. Residents can also take advantage of nearby American Indian heritage sites or spend an afternoon fishing around one of North Carolina’s larger lakes.

 Glen Ellyn, ILPinehurst, NCUnited States
 Population  Unlock17,250329,725,481
 Median Income$124,754  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock58.738.4
 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 Pinehurst    3 Reviews

I've lived here all my life, born and raised. This area is and will always be known for golf but we also have a really big horse community. The area is a well know  More

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Over 17 years ago

We have to travel 1 to 2 hours to have anything to do. So if you want to live in a small town and don't mind traveling out of town for good restaurants, ball games, and  More

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Over 17 years ago

Pinehurst is a small town that is growing rapidly. It once attracted those that were retiring or vacationing. Void of the bright lights, but plenty to do. People of  More

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