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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Shakopee, MN vs Waukegan, IL

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Are people in Waukegan older or younger than people in Shakopee?
- The Median Age in Waukegan is 0.5 years younger than in Shakopee.

Are housing costs cheaper in Waukegan or Shakopee?
- Waukegan housing costs are 48.0% less expensive than Shakopee housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Waukegan or Shakopee?
- The average commute for residents of Waukegan is 2.9 minutes longer than it is for residents of Shakopee.

Things to do in Shakopee?
Shakopee, Minnesota is found in Scott County providing residents outdoor activities around Valleyfair or Mystic Lake Casino Hotel combined with stores like Target or entertainment opportunities at Renaissance Festival.

Things to do in Waukegan?
Waukegan, Illinois sits on Lake Michigan’s banks boasting 30 miles worth of sandy beaches perfect for sunbathing or playing beach volleyball along with other activities such as biking trails around Bowen Park or fly fishing in Mill Creek.

 Shakopee, MNWaukegan, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock89,751329,725,481
 Median Income$96,473  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$349,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock10.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time23.27  Unlock26.38
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Jeannine · Waukegan, IL
Beautifully diverse Historic City
Over 3 years ago

Great people, beautifully diverse. All live and work together to provide the best for all residents. Lake County College is completing a 40 million dollar building  More

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Linda · Waukegan, IL
Waukegan, Illinois
Over 12 years ago

We're looking for a moderate climate. Waukegan is on Lake Michigan and could have a dynamic vibrant downtown but it doesn't. Great master plan if somehow Waukegan can  More

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michael  · Waukegan, IL
Up and coming city
Over 17 years ago

I have been living in north east waukegan for 12 years and I am excited by the recent surge of growth in the downtown area. Thanks to the Genesee theater, there are  More

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