Median Income
$72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value
$205,500
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,149
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.4%
24% lower than US avg
How Grant Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,547
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density452/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
B+
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$26,046
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$8,529M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$205,500
Rent$1,149
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$283,650
Health
Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation697 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute31 min
Libraries8
Is Grant Park a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Grant Park receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Grant Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Grant Park is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Grant Park is $205,500, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,149 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Grant Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Grant Park has a population of 1,547 with a density of 452 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 3.3% Hispanic.
Population
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Grant Park vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Grant Park vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Grant Park is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income: Grant Park vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,500 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,046 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,075 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,985 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.4% |
| 24% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,200 |
| County GDP | $8,529M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 248 |
| Healthcare | 312 |
| Retail | 343 |
| Manufacturing | 104 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,321 |
| 81% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.08% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.3 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
The median home value in Grant Park is $205,500, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,149 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,650.
Home Values
| Census Median | $205,500 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $283,650 |
| Median List Price | $246,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $246,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $127 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 79.1% |
| Price Drops | 40.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,149 |
| 1% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,321 |
| 81% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.08% |
In Grant Park, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Grant Park vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.2% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.1% |
| Depression | 23.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 10,618/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 312 |
Crime Rates: Grant Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
Safety Score
Grant Park has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.7 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 20.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 697 ft (212 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 452/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2427°N, 87.6358°W |
| County FIPS | 17091 |