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Madison, WI vs Buffalo Grove, IL

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 Madison, WIBuffalo Grove, ILUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock36.238.1
 Snowfall42.4  Unlock27.8
 Precipitation Days114.9125.2106.2
 Sunny187  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8385.8
 Avg. Jan. Low10.2  Unlock21.7
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock6.97
 UV Index3.3  Unlock4.3
 Elevation ft.8736792443
Reviews for Madison    78 Reviews

Unfortunately, a number of these reviews are politically based. Madison remains the only shining star in Wisconsin’s economy. The economy is broadly based, with  More

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Have been living in Madison for almost 3 years. It’s very safe, ppl generally friendly and for a town of its size it has fair number of good restaurants and interesting  More

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Lacks balance and zero accountability.   More

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Reviews for Buffalo Grove    7 Reviews

Over 12 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 18 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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