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Mundelein, IL vs Buffalo Grove, IL

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Are people in Buffalo Grove older or younger than people in Mundelein?
- The Median Age in Buffalo Grove is 3.6 years older than in Mundelein.

Are housing costs cheaper in Buffalo Grove or Mundelein?
- Buffalo Grove housing costs are 11.9% more expensive than Mundelein housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Buffalo Grove or Mundelein?
- The average commute for residents of Buffalo Grove is 0.9 minutes longer than it is for residents of Mundelein.

Things to do in Mundelein?
Mundelein IL rests north Chicago home to numerous attractions such as Lambs Farm to explore area's culture while still having easy access nearby Lake Michigan offering tons of ways have fun like boating, fishing or swimming.

Things to do in Buffalo Grove?
Buffalo Grove, Illinois lies within Cook County giving its citizens access to top rated schools such as Stevenson High School while also having shopping options at Arbor Town Square and numerous restaurants such as Tamarind By Maurya Indian Cuisine

 Mundelein, ILBuffalo Grove, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock43,062329,725,481
 Median Income$96,993  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$299,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time28.73  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Mundelein    3 Reviews

I've lived in Mundelein for 25 years. We have great friends and neighbors. My kids grew up here and went to excellent schools. There are great biking/running/walking  More

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Here are the pluses - close to route 53, tollway and Libertyville, Vernon Hills and Lincolnshire all of which have a lot to offer. Housing cheaper than some of the  More

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Too much concrete and cars... too expensive... overcrowded healthcare facilities... high-strung, materialistic culture... unforgiving cultural and physical  More

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Reviews for Buffalo Grove    7 Reviews

Over 11 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 17 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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