Calumet Park, IL
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Calumet Park, IL
At a Glance
How Calumet Park Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Calumet Park's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Calumet Park a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Calumet Park residents earn a median household income of $57,389 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,854. The unemployment rate stands at 17.2% (378% above 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 Calumet Park is $180,800 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $177,527. Median rent is $1,157/month, with 24.8% 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 1958.
Safety & Crime
Calumet Park reports 987 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 160% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,553/100K.
Education
18.8% of adults in Calumet Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 89.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Calumet Park has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.