North Chicago, IL Community

Discussions, reviews and tips from residents and people considering a move

18 Discussions
104 Replies
308 Upvotes
Elena F.

Best and worst neighborhoods in North Chicago

Hey everyone, I'm originally from San Diego and Median household income is $56,815, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $56,815 in North Chicago. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thoughts? Thanks for reading. The city has invested a lot in new develop...

1 replies 22 upvotes best-worst
jaxkid2025

Moving to North Chicago for work -advice?

So, Military spouse here. Crime rate is something to consider -North Chicago sits at 439.5 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly...

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Jeremiah P.

Job market in North Chicago for tech?

Alright, I relocated for work and Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 17.8%, which is higher than I expected. With a population of 30,772, North Chicago is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 30,772 people. The school system varies a lot by ...

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Camila Nelson

Dog-friendly places in North Chicago?

I've been here for 9 years and You can expect to pay around $1,392 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Worth the trade-offs? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The subur...

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Daniel Edwards

Is North Chicago walkable?

So, I'm single, late 30s, and Household incomes average around $56,815 in North Chicago. Rent is about $1,392/month for a decent place. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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la_ella

Working in North Chicago -salaries realistic?

Hey folks, I'm a teacher here and Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $56,815 in North Chicago. Homes are going for about $147,800 on average. Rent is about $1,392/month for a decent place. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I...

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Peyton P.

Housing in North Chicago compared to Seattle

First post here. Just moved here 11 months ago and Poverty rate is 17.8%, which is higher than I expected. Rent is about $1,392/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Should I be concerned? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decen...

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John H.

Best areas to explore in North Chicago?

Hey everyone, The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Let me know your thoughts. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Grace A.

How much do you pay for rent in North Chicago?

Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a smaller city city with about 30,772 people. Poverty rate is 17.8%, which is higher than I expected. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The suburbs are where...

9 replies 28 upvotes housing
Abigail H.

Relocating to North Chicago, IL -pros and cons?

Hey folks, I grew up here but left for a while. The median home value here is around $147,800, which is actually reasonable. It's a a smaller city city with about 30,772 people. With a population of 30,772, North Chicago is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -North Chicago sits at 4...

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jaxkid2025

Job market in North Chicago for tech?

Alright, I'm originally from Cleveland and You can expect to pay around $1,392 for rent here. Household incomes average around $56,815 in North Chicago. Median household income is $56,815, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. The food s...

5 replies 21 upvotes jobs
Leo Sanders

Anyone else love living in North Chicago?

Hey folks, The median home value here is around $147,800, which is actually reasonable. It's a a smaller city city with about 30,772 people. Median household income is $56,815, which feels about average for the area. Rent is about $1,392/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families tha...

3 replies 22 upvotes living
Jeremiah P.

Housing market in North Chicago right now

First post here. I relocated for work and With a population of 30,772, North Chicago is a smaller city. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Worth the trade-offs? The city has invested a lot in new development. The...

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John H.

How is the nightlife in North Chicago?

Hi all, My family moved here when I was a kid. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $147,800 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What would you do? Any help is appreciated.

1 replies 18 upvotes qa
Aurora Morgan

Unpopular opinion about North Chicago

Hey folks, I'm retired and You can expect to pay around $1,392 for rent here. Poverty rate is 17.8%, which is higher than I expected. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Levi Lopez

Cost of living reality check -North Chicago

We have two kids and Household incomes average around $56,815 in North Chicago. Homes are going for about $147,800 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,392 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -North Chicago sits at 439.5 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you kno...

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