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Grosse Ile, MI vs Buffalo Grove, IL

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Are people in Buffalo Grove older or younger than people in Grosse Ile?
- The Median Age in Buffalo Grove is 11.0 years younger than in Grosse Ile.

Are housing costs cheaper in Buffalo Grove or Grosse Ile?
- Buffalo Grove housing costs are 2.0% less expensive than Grosse Ile housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Buffalo Grove or Grosse Ile?
- The average commute for residents of Buffalo Grove is 0.3 minutes longer than it is for residents of Grosse Ile.

Things to do in Grosse Ile?
Grosse Ile, MI is a popular island located about 20 miles south of Detroit on the western side of the Detroit River towards Lake Erie .The island has attracted visitors from all over the world due to its picturesque scenery featuring cottages along waterways scattered among forests surrounded by wetlands filled with wildlife viewing possibilities throughout every season .

Things to do in Buffalo Grove?
Buffalo Grove, Illinois lies within Cook County giving its citizens access to top rated schools such as Stevenson High School while also having shopping options at Arbor Town Square and numerous restaurants such as Tamarind By Maurya Indian Cuisine

 Grosse Ile, MIBuffalo Grove, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock43,062329,725,481
 Median Income$113,644  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$341,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time29.31  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Grosse Ile    2 Reviews

Grosse Ile Michigan is a small beautiful Island located south of Detroit with just over 10,000 residents. It is surrounded by water and natural and township created  More

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Over 16 years ago

I lived on this island from the time I was 7 years old to 27. This is a very safe place to live. I disagree that the crime rate is 6. It should be a 1, at best. There  More

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Reviews for Buffalo Grove    7 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

Numerous forest preserve areas with walking paths and places to play sports (baseball, soccer, football). Close driving distance to Lake Michigan and several  More

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nice town to raise a  More

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Over 17 years ago

No place is perfect however BG is at or near the top especially in schooling and crime prevention. Numerous parks and biking paths. A great place to raise a family safe  More

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