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Oshkosh, WI vs Peru, IN

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Are people in Peru older or younger than people in Oshkosh?
- The Median Age in Peru is 7.3 years older than in Oshkosh.

Are housing costs cheaper in Peru or Oshkosh?
- Peru housing costs are 45.1% less expensive than Oshkosh housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Peru or Oshkosh?
- The average commute for residents of Peru is 2.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Oshkosh.

Things to do in Oshkosh?
Oshkosh, Wisconsin is a charming city situated on the banks of Lake Winnebago. This delightful town features an array of attractions for visitors to explore such as the lively Paine Art Center & Gardens or the delightful Menominee Park Zoo. Residents here also enjoy plenty of outdoor activities at Riverside Park or Wisconsin Wetland's Water Adventure. With its highly rated schools, thriving businesses, and wide selection of fun activities, it's no wonder why so many people choose to make Oshkosh their home.

Things to do in Peru?
Peru, IN is a delightful city northeast of Kokomo home to plenty of remarkable places such as Circus City Festival exhibiting extraordinary views or Grissom Air Museum providing fun rides and tour opportunities; folks can also join in the amazing Riverfront Revival Fest showcasing culture with food and games every July.

 Oshkosh, WIPeru, INUnited States
 Population  Unlock11,123329,725,481
 Median Income$54,397  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$206,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.13  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Oshkosh    8 Reviews

Oshkosh may be alright if you were born here and never left the city limits. I was born and raised here and moved to Chicago. Stay away if you’re looking for gourmet  More

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Over 11 years ago

Oshkosh Wisconsin is an overlooked gem in the midwest. Cost of living is relitively low compaired to national averages and provides good schools, full access to medical  More

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Over 15 years ago

If you can't handle wearing a winter coat, you are missing the best part of Oshkosh. Oshkosh is not for everyone and probably not for you if you have a weak liver. A  More

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Reviews for Peru    8 Reviews

Snowy cold weather like the north with inbred hillbillies like the south. This town is truly the worst of both worlds. Dumb, uneducated white trash is the norm, not the  More

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It's a small northern Indiana town. That's pretty much all you can say. I can't speak for the city schools, but my experience at Maconaquah was good, especially after  More

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Over 7 years ago

PERU IS A GREAT PLACE...NOT SO GREAT THO IF YOU ARE YOUNG AND LOOKING FOR A HIGH PAYING JOB...WE ARE ALMOST RETIRED...ITS A LAYED BACK TOWN...WITH ONE DYING EXPENSIVE  More

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