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Pekin, IL vs Mundelein, IL

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Are people in Mundelein older or younger than people in Pekin?
- The Median Age in Mundelein is 3.9 years younger than in Pekin.

Are housing costs cheaper in Mundelein or Pekin?
- Mundelein housing costs are 186.7% more expensive than Pekin housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Mundelein or Pekin?
- The average commute for residents of Mundelein is 7.8 minutes longer than it is for residents of Pekin.

Things to do in Pekin?
Pekin IL is situated southeast Bloomington on Illinois River full of family friendly fun like bowling at Tazewell Lanes Plus an array of historical sites such as ChiefShinopen Park making it a great spot to learn about Pekin’s past.

Things to do in Mundelein?
Mundelein IL rests north Chicago home to numerous attractions such as Lambs Farm to explore area's culture while still having easy access nearby Lake Michigan offering tons of ways have fun like boating, fishing or swimming.

 Pekin, ILMundelein, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,596329,725,481
 Median Income$50,838  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$104,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.98  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Pekin    3 Reviews

My review is a question to residents of Marshaltown, Iowa. Recent talk is that Pekin, Illinois is getting a Swift Pork processing plant. The residents are restless and  More

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Over 16 years ago

I have traveled and lived all over the world. Pekin rates about in the middle of the places I have lived. Small town atmosphere with some bigger city facilities. The  More

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There is not a whole lot to do unless you want to eat at every fast-food restaurant there is. They do have a very nice public park with volleyball and tennis courts  More

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Reviews for Mundelein    3 Reviews

I've lived in Mundelein for 25 years. We have great friends and neighbors. My kids grew up here and went to excellent schools. There are great biking/running/walking  More

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Here are the pluses - close to route 53, tollway and Libertyville, Vernon Hills and Lincolnshire all of which have a lot to offer. Housing cheaper than some of the  More

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Too much concrete and cars... too expensive... overcrowded healthcare facilities... high-strung, materialistic culture... unforgiving cultural and physical  More

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