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Peru, IL vs Cartersville, GA

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Are people in Cartersville older or younger than people in Peru?
- The Median Age in Cartersville is 11.2 years younger than in Peru.

Are housing costs cheaper in Cartersville or Peru?
- Cartersville housing costs are 108.7% more expensive than Peru housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Cartersville or Peru?
- The average commute for residents of Cartersville is 9.4 minutes longer than it is for residents of Peru.

Things to do in Peru?
Peru, IL is a small village in La Salle County, Illinois with a population of 1,000. It is surrounded by farmland and rolling hills, as well as large woodlands full of wildlife. The village offers plenty of outdoor activities such as fishing and camping.

Things to do in Cartersville?
Cartersville, GA sits between Atlanta and Chattanooga at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Nicknamed The Lake City because of its proximity to Allatoona Lake, Cartersville boasts natural beauty as well as historical sites such as several Civil War-era fortifications.

 Peru, ILCartersville, GAUnited States
 Population  Unlock22,626329,725,481
 Median Income$56,238  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$143,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time14.46  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Cartersville    4 Reviews

Over 9 years ago

The one important thing i didn't know when moving to Cartersville 11 years ago is the coal plant on the west side of town. The town smells of sulfur and chemicals. Only  More

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Over 13 years ago

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Over 14 years ago

My city is small, friendly and cheap. There is a lot to do here. There is the new Tellus museum, local art and cultural museums. You're not too far from Tennessee,  More

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