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Glendale Heights, IL vs Crystal Lake, IL

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Are people in Crystal Lake older or younger than people in Glendale Heights?
- The Median Age in Crystal Lake is 4.5 years older than in Glendale Heights.

Are housing costs cheaper in Crystal Lake or Glendale Heights?
- Crystal Lake housing costs are 23.1% more expensive than Glendale Heights housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Crystal Lake or Glendale Heights?
- The average commute for residents of Crystal Lake is 5.9 minutes longer than it is for residents of Glendale Heights.

Things to do in Glendale Heights?
Glendale Heights IL is found just west of Chicago offering families a quieter lifestyle close to big-city amenities while also boasting a great selection of parks and playgrounds for children to explore.

Things to do in Crystal Lake?
Crystal Lake, Illinois is found in McHenry county giving its citizens access to top rated schools such as Crystal Lake South High School while also having shopping options at Crystal Point Mall and multiple restaurants including Wildfire Barbeque Co.

 Glendale Heights, ILCrystal Lake, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock40,082329,725,481
 Median Income$77,582  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$240,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.95  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Glendale Heights    1 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

thye school are very poor 3rd poorest in the state.the schools are cheap and  More

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Reviews for Crystal Lake    7 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

Great area for recreational boating, fishing and biking. Great place to involve your kids as there are lots of opportunities' for football, baseball and dance. For  More

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Over 12 years ago

I have been living here for 12 years. It's a nice community with friendly people, but I hate the weather. It feels like winter is 6 months long with many overcast days,  More

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Over 12 years ago

A nice place to raise a family, but not a lot of diversity. We are looking to move from here and searching in the Colorado  More

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