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Mokena, IL vs DeKalb, IL

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Are people in DeKalb older or younger than people in Mokena?
- The Median Age in DeKalb is 17.7 years younger than in Mokena.

Are housing costs cheaper in DeKalb or Mokena?
- DeKalb housing costs are 45.2% less expensive than Mokena housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, DeKalb or Mokena?
- The average commute for residents of DeKalb is 14.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Mokena.

Things to do in Mokena?
Mokena is an incorporated city located in Will County, Illinois featuring plenty of attractions such as exploring its multiple parks perfect for enjoying a picnic or taking part in various sports activities plus nearby Wolf Road Prairie offers amazing views great for outdoor activities. Additionally there are numerous locally owned stores and eateries providing unique items or delicious cuisine ideal for any budget during their stay here!

Things to do in DeKalb?
DeKalb, Illinois sits within DeKalb County providing visitors great culture attractions from Egyptian Theater to Northern Illinois University Convocation Center as well as plenty of restaurants like Kishwaukee Tap.

 Mokena, ILDeKalb, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock41,083329,725,481
 Median Income$114,455  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock25.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$375,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time35.63  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Mokena    1 Reviews
J.A. · Mokena, IL
What Mokena IL has to offer a young family.
Over 14 years ago

Mokena has a great school disrict if you are looking to raise your children here. Housing is medium priced, $200,000. to $350,000, but can go as high as a million. 30  More

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Reviews for Dekalb    2 Reviews
Bonnie · DeKalb, IL
Not as good as it seems
Over 17 years ago

While I love the cheaper rents then in the closer suburbs (to Chicago), the lack of high paying jobs for anyone without high degrees (Masters or higher) is  More

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Steve · DeKalb, IL
DeKalb: A semi-rural college community
Over 18 years ago

As a 37 year resident of DeKalb - an escapee of the Chicago suburbs, I am pleased to write a bit about my hometown. Originally a college town in a farming community,  More

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