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Oswego, IL vs Laconia, NH

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Are people in Laconia older or younger than people in Oswego?
- The Median Age in Laconia is 3.8 years older than in Oswego.

Are housing costs cheaper in Laconia or Oswego?
- Laconia housing costs are 1.2% more expensive than Oswego housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Laconia or Oswego?
- The average commute for residents of Laconia is 11.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Oswego.

Things to do in Oswego?
Gahanna, Ohio is located in Franklin County providing its citizens great recreational activities such as Big Walnut Trail plus stores like Easton Town Center and dining spots near Bravo Cucina Italiana.

Things to do in Laconia?
This charming town located in Belknap County in central New Hampshire has something for everyone from the large selection of restaurants, shops and entertainment venues in its downtown area to an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities such as hiking trails and lakefront beaches at Lake Winnipesaukee.

 Oswego, ILLaconia, NHUnited States
 Population  Unlock16,786329,725,481
 Median Income$106,790  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock43.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$346,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time33.62  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Oswego    4 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

I absolutely love living in Oswego. There's always something to do and it still feels like a small hometown. I've lived in this town my whole life and I wouldn't want  More

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Over 18 years ago

Chicago has something for everyone. Musuems, zoos, theater, beaches, shopping, and plenty of parks and forest preserves to keep natives and visitors busy and happy.  More

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Over 19 years ago

Relocated 2 years ago and looked at Naperville for the schools. Learned Oswego had a master plan. It is rolling out now and is well received. Housing is reasonable  More

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Reviews for Laconia    2 Reviews

I lived in Laconia NH for 24 years, born and raised. I left in 2016 because even pre pandemic the area was becoming weak from the drug epidemic, and, starting to re  More

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Friendly neighbors, plenty of restaurants, lakes, skiing, biking, hiking, canoeing and a dog park! The hospital is around the corner and there’s always a beautiful  More

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