Melrose Park, IL
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Melrose Park, IL
At a Glance
How Melrose Park Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Melrose Park's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Melrose Park a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Melrose Park residents earn a median household income of $64,740 , which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,664. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.6% 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 Melrose Park is $265,000 , 6% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $323,884. Median rent is $1,194/month, with 25.2% 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 1957.
Safety & Crime
Melrose Park reports 300 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 21% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,792/100K.
Education
14.7% of adults in Melrose Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 70.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Melrose Park has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.