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Oconomowoc, WI vs Sun Prairie, WI

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Are people in Sun Prairie older or younger than people in Oconomowoc?
- The Median Age in Sun Prairie is 3.1 years younger than in Oconomowoc.

Are housing costs cheaper in Sun Prairie or Oconomowoc?
- Sun Prairie housing costs are 0.4% less expensive than Oconomowoc housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Sun Prairie or Oconomowoc?
- The average commute for residents of Sun Prairie is 4.2 minutes shorter 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 Sun Prairie?
Sun Prairie, WI sits just outside Madison in Dane County offering residents plenty of outdoor recreational activities such as fishing and camping while also providing great dining and shopping options.

 Oconomowoc, WISun Prairie, WIUnited States
 Population  Unlock35,528329,725,481
 Median Income$95,914  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$360,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.0%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

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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 Sun Prairie    4 Reviews

Over 6 years ago

I love it here, the weather is absolutely fantastic if you like freezing your toes off.  More

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Typically cold winters, lots of snow. Summers are typically pleasant, but can be high humidity. Poor Air Quality year round. Mild spring and fall Summer can have  More

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Over 14 years ago

Crime is very low, I seldom feel like I have to lock my car or even my house. The schools here are pretty good, and have no tolerance for bullies (so if you have any,  More

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