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Merrionette Park, IL
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Merrionette Park, IL
At a Glance
How Merrionette Park Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Merrionette Park's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Merrionette Park a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Merrionette Park residents earn a median household income of $53,623 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,520. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3% (75% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.2% 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 Merrionette Park is $152,600 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $221,315. Median rent is $1,197/month, with 21.7% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Merrionette Park reports 185 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 51% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,909/100K.
Education
21.8% of adults in Merrionette Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 88.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Merrionette Park has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.