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Wauconda, IL vs Brookfield, IL

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Are people in Brookfield older or younger than people in Wauconda?
- The Median Age in Brookfield is 3.5 years older than in Wauconda.

Are housing costs cheaper in Brookfield or Wauconda?
- Brookfield housing costs are 8.4% more expensive than Wauconda housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Brookfield or Wauconda?
- The average commute for residents of Brookfield is 2.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Wauconda.

Things to do in Wauconda?
Wauconda, IL is an attractive village northwest of North Chicago home to numerous wonderful sights including Bangs Lake exhibiting tranquil grounds and gardens or Town Square Park hosting fun activities like miniature golf; they organize vibrant events like Liberty Fest each July.

Things to do in Brookfield?
Brookfield, IL is an attractive village west of Chicago home to numerous wonderful sights including Brookfield Zoo exhibiting tranquil grounds and gardens or Jaycee Memorial Park hosting fun activities like fishing; they organize vibrant events like Brookfield’s BAM Arts Walk each August.

 Wauconda, ILBrookfield, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock19,517329,725,481
 Median Income$102,750  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$272,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time33.38  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Brookfield    4 Reviews

Brookfield has a small town feel, but is still close enough to the city. Great schools, great people, nice houses, great community. I'm fortunate to able to raise my  More

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Most of Brookfield is in a flood plain, thus most basements get water in storms, and if you live near the creek (by the zoo), regardless of the price of your house,  More

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We loved this place, great schools, close to  More

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