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San Diego, CA vs Arlington Heights, IL

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- The average commute for residents of Arlington Heights is 4.4% longer than it is for residents of San Diego.
- 14.8% more residents of Arlington Heights work from home compared to residents of San Diego.
 San Diego, CAArlington Heights, ILUnited States
 Commute Time  Unlock2927
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 San Diego, CAArlington Heights, ILUnited States
 Auto (alone)68.9%  Unlock73.2%
 Carpool  Unlock5.4%8.6%
 Mass Transit3.3%  Unlock4.2%
 Bicycle  Unlock0.6%0.5%
 Walk3.2%  Unlock2.5%
 Work at Home  Unlock16.1%9.7%
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 San Diego, CAArlington Heights, ILUnited States
 Commute Less Than 5 min.1.3%  Unlock2.9%
 Commute 6 to 9 min.  Unlock7.1%9.5%
 Commute 10 to 14 min.13.4%  Unlock13.2%
 Commute 15 to 19 min.  Unlock12.5%15.2%
 Commute 20 to 24 min.19.5%  Unlock14.3%
 Commute 25 to 29 min.  Unlock7.4%6.7%
 Commute 30 to 34 min.14.6%  Unlock13.7%
 Commute 35 to 39 min.  Unlock4.0%3.1%
 Commute 40 to 44 min.3.4%  Unlock4.0%
 Commute 45 to 59 min.  Unlock8.4%8.2%
 Commute 60 to 89 min.3.6%  Unlock6.2%
 Commute greater than 90 min.  Unlock2.1%2.9%
Reviews for San Diego    319 Reviews

I have lived in San Diego for more than half my life (I am 30) and love it. It has something for everyone and more from arts, to sporting events, and all cuisine is  More

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The only real knock again San Diego is the cost of living, but it is paradise compared to most cities of similar size. Those who complain about the traffic here or say  More

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I have lived in San Diego since 1968 and I am now almost 62 years old. I love San Diego, I really do. But it has become so crowded and so expensive over the years. It  More

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Reviews for Arlington Heights    9 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

I’ve lived in this city my whole life and it is the absolute best. The people are so kind and always greet you with a smile. The education systems are very good and it  More

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Over 12 years ago

Downtown Arlington Heights has a lot going on, especially in the summer. There are good restaurants and other businesses, and the festivals/music are very good, too. A  More

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Over 14 years ago

After growing up in Deerfield, IL, there is no doubt in my mind that places like Deerfield and Arlington Heights have exceptional education for children. Education  More

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