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Hillcrest, IL
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Hillcrest, IL
At a Glance
How Hillcrest Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hillcrest's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hillcrest a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hillcrest residents earn a median household income of $77,609 , which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,347. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 692 business establishments, including 79 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hillcrest is $151,900 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $188,110. Median rent is $1,158/month, with 27.9% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Hillcrest reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 87/100K.
Education
13.8% of adults in Hillcrest hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 88.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hillcrest has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.