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Jesup, GA vs Waukegan, IL

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Are people in Waukegan older or younger than people in Jesup?
- The Median Age in Waukegan is 6.3 years younger than in Jesup.

Are housing costs cheaper in Waukegan or Jesup?
- Waukegan housing costs are 17.5% more expensive than Jesup housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Waukegan or Jesup?
- The average commute for residents of Waukegan is 9.0 minutes longer than it is for residents of Jesup.

Things to do in Jesup?
Jesup GA is important parts hub along route 84 plus Bald Hill highway northbound towards South Carolina state line including some famous attractions such as Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge offering over 700 species birds across 530 square miles open daily April-October!

Things to do in Waukegan?
Waukegan, Illinois sits on Lake Michigan’s banks boasting 30 miles worth of sandy beaches perfect for sunbathing or playing beach volleyball along with other activities such as biking trails around Bowen Park or fly fishing in Mill Creek.

 Jesup, GAWaukegan, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock89,751329,725,481
 Median Income$49,315  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$154,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock10.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.2  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Jesup    4 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

I have lived in Jesup for several years but have lived near Wayne County for almost 30 years. Jesup isn't the place for families, there is no economic development,  More

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Over 15 years ago

My review of Wayne County since I have lived here my whole life is that as a community we have the lowest job unemployment rate and spending costs are not what they  More

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Over 18 years ago

The weather in Jesup, GA can be unpredictable. Known for it's long droughts, this spring and summer saw record rainfalls. In fact, in the city recently, they received 6  More

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Reviews for Waukegan    3 Reviews

Great people, beautifully diverse. All live and work together to provide the best for all residents. Lake County College is completing a 40 million dollar building  More

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Over 12 years ago

We're looking for a moderate climate. Waukegan is on Lake Michigan and could have a dynamic vibrant downtown but it doesn't. Great master plan if somehow Waukegan can  More

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Over 17 years ago

I have been living in north east waukegan for 12 years and I am excited by the recent surge of growth in the downtown area. Thanks to the Genesee theater, there are  More

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