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Post Falls, ID vs Crystal Lake, IL

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Are people in Crystal Lake older or younger than people in Post Falls?
- The Median Age in Crystal Lake is 5.4 years older than in Post Falls.

Are housing costs cheaper in Crystal Lake or Post Falls?
- Crystal Lake housing costs are 35.1% less expensive than Post Falls housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Crystal Lake or Post Falls?
- The average commute for residents of Crystal Lake is 11.0 minutes longer than it is for residents of Post Falls.

Things to do in Post Falls?
Post Falls, ID is situated along the Spokane River providing residents with stunning views of Northern Idaho’s majestic mountain peaks. A charming city that has seen major growth over recent years, it is known for its wide range of outdoor activities such as skiing, hunting and fishing.

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.

 Post Falls, IDCrystal Lake, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock40,082329,725,481
 Median Income$65,592  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$457,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.91  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Post Falls    6 Reviews

In moving here I knew about the snow. Not a matter of if but how much. What I didn't know was how windy it gets and how often. I also didn't know about the dust. It's  More

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Over 6 years ago

Moved here from Seattle in 2018. Even though the population is under 40,000 it doesn't feel like small town Mayberry. The biggest mistake I see happening is the building  More

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Post Falls had great potential; too bad the city planning committee blew it! It's such a disorganized bunch of housing communities built just what looks like where ever  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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