Illinois · Metropolitan Area
Washington Park is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,728. Residents earn $42,008 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, Washington Park receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Washington Park has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Washington Park is $42,008, 44% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 35.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Washington Park is $43,200, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 2,150 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,510 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.
8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Washington Park enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 92.7% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.3% |
| 46% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $42,008 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $16,863 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,519 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,224 |
| Unemployment | 9.1% |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 35.5% |
| 186% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 15,318 |
| County GDP | $40,403M |
| Restaurants | 1,029 |
| Healthcare | 2,212 |
| Retail | 810 |
| Manufacturing | 366 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,881 |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 11.30% |
| Commute Time | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $43,200 |
| 85% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $31,311 |
| Census Median Rent | $875 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,881 |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 11.30% |
| Obesity | 49.6% |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 19.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 47.8% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 9.5% |
| Stroke | 5.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.1% |
| Depression | 18.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 15,768/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,212 |
| Total Violent | 2,150.3/100K |
| 466% above US avg | |
| Murder | 98.9/100K |
| 1469% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 617.9/100K |
| Assault | 1,433.5/100K |
| Total Property | 3,509.6/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 766.2/100K |
| Theft | 2,125.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 617.9/100K |
| Arson | 123.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 71 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.5°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 40.8 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 423 ft (129 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 678/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6285°N, 90.0926°W |
| County FIPS | 29510 |
Winner: Democrat by 64.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.1% |
| 76% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 78.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 678/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 16 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,212 |
| Restaurants | 1,029 |
| Retail Stores | 810 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 71 |
| Avg Commute | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |