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Waukegan, IL vs Michigan City, IN

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Are people in Michigan City older or younger than people in Waukegan?
- The Median Age in Michigan City is 2.3 years older than in Waukegan.

Are housing costs cheaper in Michigan City or Waukegan?
- Michigan City housing costs are 18.1% less expensive than Waukegan housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Michigan City or Waukegan?
- The average commute for residents of Michigan City is 6.5 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 Michigan City?
Michigan City IN sits northwest South Bend famed principally for its abundance outdoor spots perfect for hiking, biking or simply enjoying some peace & tranquility whilst having access to modern amenities such as fitness centers and stores.

 Waukegan, ILMichigan City, INUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,965329,725,481
 Median Income$58,844  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$181,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.2%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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Reviews for Michigan City    5 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

I’ve lived in Michigan City for over 10 years now(March 2020) and am a native of Northwest Indiana (40 years.) Michigan City is an older town, on Lake Michigan ESE of  More

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Over 8 years ago

My in-laws live there. I love to visit the place. Nice people. The city has everything, malls, restaurants, cafes. It's very close to the nature. It's cold in the  More

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Over 15 years ago

HUMID and HOT in the June,July, August and bone chilling cold in Dec and Jan. Snow is just crazy...the lake effect snow machine comes right down off lake michigan and  More

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