Knollwood, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Knollwood is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,907. Residents earn $133,452 per year, which is 78% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,907 Population 3,126/sq mi density
$133,452 Median Income $45,205 per capita
$372,500 Home Value
$1,733 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$133,452 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$372,500 home value, $1,733/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $133,452
78% higher than US avg
Home Value $372,500
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.6%
35% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,733
49% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

How Knollwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,907
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density3,126/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A+
Median Income$133,452
Per Capita$45,205
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$82,869M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$372,500
Rent$1,733
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.1%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation689 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.6%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute24 min
Libraries25

Is Knollwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Knollwood receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Knollwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Knollwood is $133,452, which is significantly higher than the national average — 78% above $75,149. This places Knollwood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Knollwood is $372,500, 32% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,733 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Knollwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Knollwood has a population of 1,907 with a density of 3,126 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 6.1% Black.

Population

1,907
Total Population
3,126
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Knollwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.4%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Knollwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knollwood is $133,452, which is 78% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Knollwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$133,452
78% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,205
Avg Weekly Wage$1,751
IRS Avg AGI$143,679

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)19,967
County GDP$82,869M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,607
Healthcare2,211
Retail2,099
Manufacturing811

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,960
299% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home29.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Knollwood is $372,500, 32% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,733 (49% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$372,500
32% above US avg
Median List Price$499,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$499,950
$/Sq Ft$137
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,733
49% above 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

Owner-Occupied76.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,960
299% above US avg
Effective Rate3.75%
In Knollwood, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.1% report depression. 14.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Knollwood vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma8.7%
COPD3.4%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity14.2%
Depression18.1%
Mental Distress12.9%
Physical Distress8.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death5,610/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access98.2%
Healthcare Facilities2,211

Crime Rates: Knollwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)55

Safety Score

Knollwood has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density3,126/sq mi
Coordinates42.2846°N, 87.8793°W
County FIPS17097
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 45.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.9%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.6%
35% above US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,126/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities2,211
Restaurants1,607
Retail Stores2,099

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)55

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home29.3%

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