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Pleasant Prairie, WI vs Crystal Lake, IL

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Are people in Crystal Lake older or younger than people in Pleasant Prairie?
- The Median Age in Crystal Lake is 3.9 years younger than in Pleasant Prairie.

Are housing costs cheaper in Crystal Lake or Pleasant Prairie?
- Crystal Lake housing costs are 10.7% less expensive than Pleasant Prairie housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Crystal Lake or Pleasant Prairie?
- The average commute for residents of Crystal Lake is 6.8 minutes longer than it is for residents of Pleasant Prairie.

Things to do in Pleasant Prairie?
Pleasant Prairie is an unincorporated community sitting within Kenosha County, Wisconsin with plenty of things to do during your stay like attending concerts at the historic Simmons Island Beach perfect for those looking to enjoy some family friendly fun plus nearby Jellystone Park offers stunning views ideal for outdoor activities. Additionally there are several locally owned stores and eateries providing unique items or delicious cuisine great for any budget during their stay here!

Things to do in Crystal Lake?
Crystal Lake, Illinois is found in McHenry county giving its citizens access to top rated schools such as Crystal Lake South High School while also having shopping options at Crystal Point Mall and multiple restaurants including Wildfire Barbeque Co.

 Pleasant Prairie, WICrystal Lake, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock40,082329,725,481
 Median Income$91,272  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$332,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.08  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Pleasant Prairie    1 Reviews

Outdoor space is adequate and proximity to Lake Michigan is fairly decent....although there is ABSOLUTELY nothing to do or see on the 'beaches' here in June-August. The  More

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Reviews for Crystal Lake    7 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

Great area for recreational boating, fishing and biking. Great place to involve your kids as there are lots of opportunities' for football, baseball and dance. For  More

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Over 12 years ago

I have been living here for 12 years. It's a nice community with friendly people, but I hate the weather. It feels like winter is 6 months long with many overcast days,  More

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Over 12 years ago

A nice place to raise a family, but not a lot of diversity. We are looking to move from here and searching in the Colorado  More

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