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Ithaca, NY vs Effingham, IL

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- Job Growth in Effingham has been positive.
- Effingham has 0.0% more unemployment than Ithaca.
- Effingham job growth has increased by 4.9% in the past 10 years.
 Ithaca, NYEffingham, ILUnited States
 Current Unemployment  Unlock4.5%6.0%
 Future Job Growth27.9%  Unlock33.5%
 Recent Job Growth  Unlock-4.1%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-3.9%  Unlock-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth  Unlock2.4%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth-10.5%  Unlock6.3%
Reviews for Ithaca    32 Reviews

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For a small city, its downtown has grown significantly and serves as the hub of the community. The Ithaca Commons remains the central gathering space for locals,  More

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Over 5 years ago

Great place to live. Lots to do, vibrant culture, and beautiful scenery. Don't fear the winter--it's even beautiful then. Only complaint is the housing market. Way  More

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I was born, raised, educated there (Ithaca High and Cornell). In my opinion, before leaving to pursue my career, it seemed like the most beautiful, clean, low crime,  More

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Reviews for Effingham    3 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

Excellent Christian community and conservative area. Nice area surrounded by farmland and lakes!  More

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Over 14 years ago

Effingham is a place of conservative ideals and belief in the United States  More

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Over 19 years ago

We checked in to this motel on our way home from a funeral. It was nearly 10:00 PM and we were all tired from a long day of travelling. Upon entering the room, we  More

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