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University Park, IL
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University Park, IL
At a Glance
How University Park Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows University Park's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is University Park a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
University Park residents earn a median household income of $65,580 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,435. The unemployment rate stands at 10.7% (197% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 15,924 business establishments, including 1,360 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in University Park is $137,800 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $186,510. Median rent is $1,530/month, with 37.4% 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 1976.
Safety & Crime
University Park reports 317 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 17% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,735/100K.
Education
24.3% of adults in University Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
University Park has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.