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Highland Park, IL vs Waukee, IA

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Are people in Waukee older or younger than people in Highland Park?
- The Median Age in Waukee is 14.3 years younger than in Highland Park.

Are housing costs cheaper in Waukee or Highland Park?
- Waukee housing costs are 45.4% less expensive than Highland Park housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Waukee or Highland Park?
- The average commute for residents of Waukee is 10.5 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Highland Park.

Things to do in Highland Park?
Highland Park, IL is situated north of Chicago on Lake Michigan’s shores while surrounded by lush green woods full of wildlife that visitors can observe thanks to numerous dedicated nature preserves along cutting across the surrounding area.

Things to do in Waukee?
Waukee, IA sits on either side of Interstate 80/35 just northwest of Des Moines in Dallas county. The city has seen rapid growth due to its great quality of life and many popular attractions including the Waukee Ice Cream Shop and The Waukee Public Library.

 Highland Park, ILWaukee, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock23,441329,725,481
 Median Income$153,226  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$613,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time31  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Highland Park    3 Reviews

You can sail on Lake Michigan, and your culture differences are welcomed. look up "North Shore Yacht Club" for sailing and kayaking  More

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Highland Park (and the village of Highwood, which it surrounds) is a great place to live, offering a unique combination of benefits. First, it is on the shore of Lake  More

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Over 19 years ago

A wonderful place to rasie a family, but quite expensive. Great schools, but the "wealth culture" of this tony Chicago suburb causes a lot of anxiety among the kids.   More

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Reviews for Waukee    2 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

moved here from nj the pace is so different here- lots to do- hills and bike paths, restaurants galore, theaters,  More

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It doesn't get any better than this! Low crime, high education standards, clean/attractive, family-oriented community with generally conservative values. Easy  More

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