City vs city
Aurora, IL vs Waukegan, IL
| Aurora | Waukegan | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 179,867 | 88,919 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.8% | -0.6% |
| Median home value | $260,400 | $177,600 |
| Median rent | $1,535 | $1,163 |
| Household income | $90,109 | $70,578 |
| Unemployment | 5.9% | 5.3% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 23% | 14% |
| State crime /100k | 1,814 | 1,814 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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