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Waukegan, IL vs Northglenn, CO

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Are people in Northglenn older or younger than people in Waukegan?
- The Median Age in Northglenn is 0.4 years younger than in Waukegan.

Are housing costs cheaper in Northglenn or Waukegan?
- Northglenn housing costs are 148.7% more expensive than Waukegan housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Northglenn or Waukegan?
- The average commute for residents of Northglenn is 3.7 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 Northglenn?
Northglenn, Colorado is located in Adams County providing its citizens great recreational centers plus multiple shopping options near I-25 & 104th while also having nearby restaurants.

 Waukegan, ILNorthglenn, COUnited States
 Population  Unlock37,899329,725,481
 Median Income$58,844  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock33.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$181,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.6%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 Northglenn    5 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

I lived in Northglenn for 13 years before moving to AZ in 2020. What can I say? The place suffers from what most of America is suffering from. Increasing housing  More

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Northglenn is about 20 miles north of Denver. This small town has a quality of life that feels like time slows down. There is not a big hurry and always time for a  More

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Over 16 years ago

Northglenn is easily one of the best places I've ever lived. The cost of living is relatively low, with pretty good job opportunities in the area. Recreation and  More

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