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Mason, OH vs Crystal Lake, IL

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Are people in Crystal Lake older or younger than people in Mason?
- The Median Age in Crystal Lake is 2.6 years younger than in Mason.

Are housing costs cheaper in Crystal Lake or Mason?
- Crystal Lake housing costs are 25.2% less expensive than Mason housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Crystal Lake or Mason?
- The average commute for residents of Crystal Lake is 8.1 minutes longer than it is for residents of Mason.

Things to do in Mason?
Mason, OH lies just north of Cincinnati within Warren County boasting several public parks ideal for outdoor fun combined with excellent amenities like a great variety of shops and restaurants.

Things to do in Crystal Lake?
Crystal Lake, Illinois is found in McHenry county giving its citizens access to top rated schools such as Crystal Lake South High School while also having shopping options at Crystal Point Mall and multiple restaurants including Wildfire Barbeque Co.

 Mason, OHCrystal Lake, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock40,082329,725,481
 Median Income$110,833  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$396,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time23.75  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Mason    2 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

our schools are good and also there are many culver's in this place. additionally, i have not been murdered which is a  More

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Over 16 years ago

Mason, in Warren County, has grown to be a fine city, and looks to improve in the future. The city was recently rated as the Number One suburban city in the Tri-state  More

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Reviews for Crystal Lake    7 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

Great area for recreational boating, fishing and biking. Great place to involve your kids as there are lots of opportunities' for football, baseball and dance. For  More

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Over 12 years ago

I have been living here for 12 years. It's a nice community with friendly people, but I hate the weather. It feels like winter is 6 months long with many overcast days,  More

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Over 12 years ago

A nice place to raise a family, but not a lot of diversity. We are looking to move from here and searching in the Colorado  More

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