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Munster, IN vs DeKalb, IL

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Are people in DeKalb older or younger than people in Munster?
- The Median Age in DeKalb is 19.5 years younger than in Munster.

Are housing costs cheaper in DeKalb or Munster?
- DeKalb housing costs are 37.0% less expensive than Munster housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, DeKalb or Munster?
- The average commute for residents of DeKalb is 8.1 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Munster.

Things to do in Munster?
Munster, IN is a town in Lake County located near the Illinois-Indiana state line. It is known for its vibrant downtown area and numerous parks and green spaces.

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.

 Munster, INDeKalb, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock41,083329,725,481
 Median Income$96,938  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock25.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$327,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time29.17  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Munster    4 Reviews
Mike · Munster, IN
living in Munster
Over 12 years ago

Munster is a very nice place to live. With many parks, bike paths, and social outlets there is something for everyone. Access to Chicago and its many suburbs provides  More

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Sarah  · Munster, IN
Great Schools
Over 16 years ago

Munster has some of the best schools in the state of Indiana. Paying low property taxes compared to many other NW Indiana cities and living so close to Chicago makes   More

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STELLA · Chicago, IL
MUNSTER, IN ANYONE
Over 19 years ago

I found what seems like a nice community to raise kids - Munster, IN any comments? I have a three year old and a 6 month old. comments on  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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