Stone Park, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Stone Park is a small town in Illinois with a population of 4,504. Residents earn $75,165 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
4,504 Population 13,247/sq mi density
$75,165 Median Income $22,943 per capita
$218,300 Home Value $250,793 Zillow
$1,222 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$75,165 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$218,300 home value, $1,222/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,165
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $218,300
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,222
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,504
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density13,247/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 24%

Economy

B+
Median Income$75,165
Per Capita$22,943
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$546,441M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,300
Rent$1,222
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,793

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation638 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+58.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 28% / D 70%
Commute19 min
Libraries188

Is Stone Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stone Park receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Stone Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stone Park is $75,165, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stone Park is $218,300, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,222 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Stone Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 38.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Stone Park has a population of 4,504 with a density of 13,247 people per square mile. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (23.5%), with 5.1% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

4,504
Total Population
13,247
People / sq mi
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Stone Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only16.3%
79% below US avg
Spanish83.7%
525% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Stone Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stone Park is $75,165, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Stone Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,165
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,943
Avg Weekly Wage$1,672
IRS Avg AGI$100,597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below 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 Rate4.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Stone Park is $218,300, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,222 (5% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,793.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,300
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$250,793
Median List Price$399,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,900
$/Sq Ft$198
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,222
5% 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-Occupied54.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,421
198% above US avg
Effective Rate4.77%
In Stone Park, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% report depression. 38.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Stone Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes16.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma9.0%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity38.0%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.0%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death8,536/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities16,051

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)365

Safety Score

Stone 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 is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall38.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation638 ft (194 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density13,247/sq mi
Coordinates41.9032°N, 87.8807°W
County FIPS17031
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% 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+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+58.4%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density13,247/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)365

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Work from Home2.7%

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