City vs city
Waukegan, IL vs Joliet, IL
| Waukegan | Joliet | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 88,919 | 149,785 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.6% | -0.3% |
| Median home value | $177,600 | $248,600 |
| Median rent | $1,163 | $1,237 |
| Household income | $70,578 | $88,026 |
| Unemployment | 5.3% | 5.8% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 14% | 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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