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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Waukegan, IL vs Lawrence, MA

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Are people in Lawrence older or younger than people in Waukegan?
- The Median Age in Lawrence is 2.0 years younger than in Waukegan.

Are housing costs cheaper in Lawrence or Waukegan?
- Lawrence housing costs are 113.5% more expensive than Waukegan housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Lawrence or Waukegan?
- The average commute for residents of Lawrence is 2.8 minutes shorter 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 Lawrence?
Lawrence, Massachusetts is renowned for its dynamic and vibrant student population located near the University of Massachusetts Boston and Bentley University.

 Waukegan, ILLawrence, MAUnited States
 Population  Unlock87,798329,725,481
 Median Income$58,844  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock32.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$181,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock14.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.17  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Waukegan    3 Reviews
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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Reviews for Lawrence    1 Reviews
Tim · Lawrence, MA
One of the last affordable places in metro Boston
Over 19 years ago

Natives of the Boston area tend to be a bit provincial and quick to judge people by where they live. Lawrence has had some down years. It lacks the sterling reputation  More

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