River Grove, IL
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River Grove, IL
At a Glance
How River Grove Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows River Grove's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is River Grove a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
River Grove residents earn a median household income of $74,793 , which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,944. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.5% 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 River Grove is $244,700 , 13% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $324,957. Median rent is $1,230/month, with 25.6% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
River Grove reports 88 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,443/100K.
Education
25.8% of adults in River Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 91.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
River Grove 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.