City vs city
Batavia, IL vs Joliet, IL
| Batavia | Joliet | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 26,730 | 149,785 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 1.4% | -0.3% |
| Median home value | $358,000 | $248,600 |
| Median rent | $1,255 | $1,237 |
| Household income | $119,167 | $88,026 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% | 5.8% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 32% | 16% |
| 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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