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Schertz, TX vs Elgin, IL

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Are people in Elgin older or younger than people in Schertz?
- The Median Age in Elgin is 4.0 years younger than in Schertz.

Are housing costs cheaper in Elgin or Schertz?
- Elgin housing costs are 21.0% less expensive than Schertz housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Elgin or Schertz?
- The average commute for residents of Elgin is 0.3 minutes longer than it is for residents of Schertz.

Things to do in Schertz?
Schertz, Texas is located in Bexar County providing tourists plenty of activities from visiting Pickrell Park or exploring Cibolo Nature Center to golfing at The Bandit Golf Club plus food spots including Casbeers Café and Cantina.

Things to do in Elgin?
Elgin, Illinois is a delightful city located in the northwest suburbs of the Chicago metropolitan area. Its many attractions make it an ideal place to live or visit. Visitors can explore local history and culture at the Elgin History Museum, shop downtown boutiques and galleries, and enjoy delicious cuisine in its many restaurants. Outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of nearby parks and nature trails, while sports fans can cheer on their favorite teams at sporting events held Downtown Elgin. With its diverse offerings and friendly atmosphere, Elgin is a great destination for all ages – come see for yourself!

 Schertz, TXElgin, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock114,156329,725,481
 Median Income$87,492  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3538.4
 Avg. Home Price$334,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock9.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time28.12  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Schertz    4 Reviews

I have only lived in Schertz Two years but im beyond ready to leave this area as soon as my kid graduates. Ill just start by saying that there are NO jobs in the  More

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Over 11 years ago

Agree with you completely Tammy. Ready to move out. But we've been here 14 years, including a 2 year overseas stay. The previous mayor,(Baldwin) turned was a charming  More

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Over 14 years ago

We moved here from Nashville 15 years ago. Some of the things I like are the mild winters, diversity (but that is changing, good prices on housing, no taxes on food,  More

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Reviews for Elgin    9 Reviews

When I first moved to Elgin 2 years ago I did not like it. I lived in a mobile home park near the river and highway 90 in a senior community that over prices it's lot  More

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Hi, as a way of updating the post for Elgin and providing a rebuttal for some of the negative reviews, I've decided to post on this board. I've lived in Elgin since  More

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Over 15 years ago

I have lived in Elgin my whole life and it is very sad to read these comments about my town.... I'm a senior at South Elgin High School and I will be graduating this  More

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