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Bedford Park, IL
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Bedford Park, IL
At a Glance
How Bedford Park Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bedford Park's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bedford Park a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bedford Park residents earn a median household income of $111,250 , which is 48% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,405. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 137,804 business establishments, including 12,631 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bedford Park is $266,800 , 5% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $270,925. Median rent is $1,771/month, with 10.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1943.
Safety & Crime
Bedford Park reports 1,495 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 293% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 64,452/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
33.0% of adults in Bedford Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below the national average). 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bedford Park has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.