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Oconomowoc, WI vs St. Charles, IL

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Are people in St. Charles older or younger than people in Oconomowoc?
- The Median Age in St. Charles is 1.5 years older than in Oconomowoc.

Are housing costs cheaper in St. Charles or Oconomowoc?
- St. Charles housing costs are 5.5% more expensive than Oconomowoc housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, St. Charles or Oconomowoc?
- The average commute for residents of St. Charles is 6.4 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 St. Charles?
St. Charles IL is situated northwest Chicago and has plenty to offer like Fox River running through the city center offering kayaking & fishing opportunities as well as vintage districts perfect for browsing thrift stores and eating out in quaint cafes.

 Oconomowoc, WISt. Charles, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,908329,725,481
 Median Income$95,914  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$360,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.6%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 St. Charles    6 Reviews

Over 13 years ago

good  More

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Moving to Saint Charles from Kansas City was quite to sticker shock from a cost of living standpoint. I did do my homework and knew this would be the case, but it  More

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Over 16 years ago

St. Charles, Illinois is a small, trendy river town. It hosts amenities that appeal to everyone. Biking, running, walking, hiking, camping, horseback riding, kayaking,  More

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