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Waukegan, IL vs Lansing, IL

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Are people in Lansing older or younger than people in Waukegan?
- The Median Age in Lansing is 6.4 years older than in Waukegan.

Are housing costs cheaper in Lansing or Waukegan?
- Lansing housing costs are 3.3% less expensive than Waukegan housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Lansing or Waukegan?
- The average commute for residents of Lansing is 4.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Waukegan.

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.

Things to do in Lansing?
Lansing, IL - Lansing is a village in Cook County, Illinois located near the Indiana border. The population was 28,331 at the 2010 census and has grown since then due to the variety of housing options available. The village also has an excellent public school system and several parks for residents to enjoy year-round recreation activities such as outdoor sports fields, a skate park and playgrounds.

 Waukegan, ILLansing, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock28,916329,725,481
 Median Income$58,844  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$181,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock10.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.17  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Waukegan    3 Reviews

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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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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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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