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New Berlin, WI vs Crystal Lake, IL

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Are people in Crystal Lake older or younger than people in New Berlin?
- The Median Age in Crystal Lake is 7.2 years younger than in New Berlin.

Are housing costs cheaper in Crystal Lake or New Berlin?
- Crystal Lake housing costs are 19.2% less expensive than New Berlin housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Crystal Lake or New Berlin?
- The average commute for residents of Crystal Lake is 8.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of New Berlin.

Things to do in New Berlin?
New Berlin, Wisconsin is found in Waukesha county giving its citizens access to parks such as Malone Park while also having shopping options at Greenfield Marketplace and numerous restaurants such as AJ Bombers

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.

 New Berlin, WICrystal Lake, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock40,082329,725,481
 Median Income$87,248  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$366,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time23.31  Unlock26.38
Reviews for New Berlin    7 Reviews

Over 13 years ago

New Berlin is also home to a long standing neo nazi organization -- calling itself "the new  More

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I have been living in New Berlin for 8 years. At first look it appears to be a very nice place to live. However, after looking a bit deeper, I find that the general  More

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Over 16 years ago

New Berlin is way overrated. It is by far the most boring city/neighborhood i've ever lived or been in. It is conservative, uptight and dreary. The apartments are  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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