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Waunakee, WI vs Highland Park, IL

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Are people in Highland Park older or younger than people in Waunakee?
- The Median Age in Highland Park is 9.4 years older than in Waunakee.

Are housing costs cheaper in Highland Park or Waunakee?
- Highland Park housing costs are 29.3% more expensive than Waunakee housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Highland Park or Waunakee?
- The average commute for residents of Highland Park is 8.3 minutes longer than it is for residents of Waunakee.

Things to do in Waunakee?
Waunakee, WI is a lively village north of Madison full of breathtaking views like Tower Hill Park and exciting activities such as water sports at Pheasant Branch Conservancy; local cultures are blended together in the city with festivals like Waunafest celebrating art and music.

Things to do in Highland Park?
Highland Park, IL is situated north of Chicago on Lake Michigan’s shores while surrounded by lush green woods full of wildlife that visitors can observe thanks to numerous dedicated nature preserves along cutting across the surrounding area.

 Waunakee, WIHighland Park, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock30,245329,725,481
 Median Income$118,631  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock48.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$474,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time22.72  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Waunakee    2 Reviews

Waunakee is a great community with strong values. It's a great place to raise a family. It is located conveniently making commutes to Middleton, Sun Prairie, and Madison  More

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Over 13 years ago

If you want to fit in, in Waunakee, plan on having a lot of  More

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Reviews for Highland Park    3 Reviews

You can sail on Lake Michigan, and your culture differences are welcomed. look up "North Shore Yacht Club" for sailing and kayaking  More

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Highland Park (and the village of Highwood, which it surrounds) is a great place to live, offering a unique combination of benefits. First, it is on the shore of Lake  More

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Over 19 years ago

A wonderful place to rasie a family, but quite expensive. Great schools, but the "wealth culture" of this tony Chicago suburb causes a lot of anxiety among the kids.   More

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