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Oconomowoc, WI vs Franklin, WI

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Are people in Franklin older or younger than people in Oconomowoc?
- The Median Age in Franklin is 2.8 years older than in Oconomowoc.

Are housing costs cheaper in Franklin or Oconomowoc?
- Franklin housing costs are 3.5% less expensive than Oconomowoc housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Franklin or Oconomowoc?
- The average commute for residents of Franklin is 1.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Oconomowoc.

Things to do in Oconomowoc?
Oconomowoc, Wisconsin spreads across two counties; Waukesha & Jefferson Counties near Lake Michigan on the southeast portion . Its close proximity to both city amenities & rural delectable treats draw tourists from all over who love being outdoors enjoying bike routes & trails that lead through this quaint little town!

Things to do in Franklin?
Franklin, Wisconsin is located in Milwaukee County providing its citizens great recreational activities such as Whitnall Park plus stores like Southridge Mall and dining spots near O'Donoghue's Irish Pub & Restaurant.

 Oconomowoc, WIFranklin, WIUnited States
 Population  Unlock36,685329,725,481
 Median Income$95,914  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock43.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$360,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time24.71  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Oconomowoc    14 Reviews

Oconomowoc is a great place to live and raise a family. The community is strategically located between Milwaukee and Madison, and is surrounded by many lakes and  More

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Over 15 years ago

very  More

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True, winters are TOO LONG in WI, but since I have to live in this state, Oconomowoc (Lake Country in general) is the ONLY place I'd want to live! Besides being a very  More

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Reviews for Franklin    3 Reviews

Over 13 years ago

The taxes are on the high end around here. Living is alright, but Franklin is especially expensive because it's "considered" the rich part of the area. Which is a joke  More

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Over 18 years ago

this winter was very cold had wind-chills aroun  More

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Franklin is a pretty decent place to live but we are continually surprised at the increasing taxes and bureaucracy of the city government. Although we pay some of the  More

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