Bensenville, IL
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Bensenville, IL
At a Glance
How Bensenville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bensenville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bensenville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bensenville residents earn a median household income of $78,298 , which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,552. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.7% 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 Bensenville is $259,300 , 8% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $352,088. Median rent is $1,374/month, with 26.6% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Bensenville reports 126 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 67% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,164/100K.
Education
20.6% of adults in Bensenville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below the national average). 79.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bensenville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.