Maywood, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Maywood is a small city in Illinois with a population of 23,173. Residents earn $66,498 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
23,173 Population 8,519/sq mi density
$66,498 Median Income $26,871 per capita
$212,600 Home Value $237,863 Zillow
$1,203 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
881 Violent Crime/100K 2,813 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$66,498 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$212,600 home value, $1,203/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
881 violent crimes/100K (132% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,498
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $212,600
25% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 881/100K
132% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,203
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population23,173
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density8,519/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 13%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,498
Per Capita$26,871
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$546,441M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$212,600
Rent$1,203
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$237,863

Crime

F
Violent881/100K
Property2,813/100K
Murder29.0/100K
Assault447/100K
Burglary856/100K

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Elevation627 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+79.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 28% / D 70%
Commute33 min
Libraries188

Is Maywood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maywood receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Maywood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maywood is $66,498, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maywood is $212,600, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,203 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 881 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,813 per 100,000, 44% above the national average.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Maywood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Maywood has a population of 23,173 with a density of 8,519 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (57.9%), with 13.3% White, 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

23,173
Total Population
8,519
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Maywood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.5%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.5%
120% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Maywood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maywood is $66,498, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Maywood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,498
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,871
Avg Weekly Wage$1,672
IRS Avg AGI$100,597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)137,804
County GDP$546,441M

Business (County)

Restaurants12,631
Healthcare16,051
Retail13,648
Manufacturing4,404

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,421
198% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.9 min
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Maywood is $212,600, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,203 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $237,863.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$212,600
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$237,863
Median List Price$339,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$339,900
$/Sq Ft$179
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio100.9%
Price Drops13.6%
Inventory66

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,203
3% 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-Occupied60.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,421
198% above US avg
Effective Rate4.90%
In Maywood, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.7% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes15.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.7%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.2%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death8,536/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities16,051
Maywood has a violent crime rate of 881 per 100,000 residents, 132% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,813 per 100,000 (44% above US avg). The murder rate is 29.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent881.1/100K
132% above US avg
Murder29.0/100K
360% above US avg
Rape66.2/100K
Robbery339.2/100K
Assault446.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,812.9/100K
44% above US avg
Burglary856.3/100K
Theft1,509.9/100K
Vehicle Theft446.8/100K
Arson8.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)365

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Maywood 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 is 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.4 inches
9% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density8,519/sq mi
Coordinates41.8798°N, 87.8442°W
County FIPS17031
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 42-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 28.4%
D 70.4%

Winner: Democrat by 42 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+79.2%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density8,519/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries188
Healthcare Facilities16,051
Restaurants12,631
Retail Stores13,648

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)365
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.9 min
Work from Home11.8%

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