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Grafton, MA vs Urbana, IL

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Are people in Urbana older or younger than people in Grafton?
- The Median Age in Urbana is 15.1 years younger than in Grafton.

Are housing costs cheaper in Urbana or Grafton?
- Urbana housing costs are 66.8% less expensive than Grafton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Urbana or Grafton?
- The average commute for residents of Urbana is 18.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Grafton.

Things to do in Grafton?
Grafton, MA is an inviting town west of Worcester full of amazing places to explore like Grafton Common presenting its distinctive landscape or Lake Park hosting outdoor activities; their annual event Colonial Day brings people together with food and games every June.

Things to do in Urbana?
Urbana, Illinois sits within Champaign County giving residents access to parks such as Crystal Lake Park or shopping options at Market Place Mall.

 Grafton, MAUrbana, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock39,189329,725,481
 Median Income$107,237  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock25.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$480,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time34.46  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Grafton    2 Reviews

Hello everyone! My name is James Walsh. I am currently seeking a seat on the board of selectmen here in Grafton, MA. I, like many in town, am tired of the taxes and fees  More

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Over 16 years ago

There is not much offered here in Grafton in terms of recreation or night life or cultural activities. As a mother of two children, there is not enough offered in terms  More

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Reviews for Urbana    7 Reviews

This town is horrendous. I cannot figure out why they think they are so important, as they wouldn't even exist if the college was not here. Just another worthless 40,000  More

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Over 16 years ago

Greetings: Urbana is a good college town to live but it comes with the usual dependency on the university for most of its cultural entertainment. Thankfully, it has a  More

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Over 17 years ago

Urbana really doesn't have much in the way recreation unless, your into the partying scene and even then there are only a few hangout places. Urbana is more of a  More

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