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Washington Park, IL
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Washington Park, IL
At a Glance
How Washington Park Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Washington Park's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Washington Park a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Washington Park residents earn a median household income of $42,008 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,863. The unemployment rate stands at 9.1% (153% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 35.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 15,318 business establishments, including 1,029 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Washington Park is $43,200 , 85% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $31,311. Median rent is $875/month, with 23.9% 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 1960.
Safety & Crime
Washington Park reports 2,150 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 466% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,510/100K. The murder rate is 98.9/100K.
Education
8.1% of adults in Washington Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below the national average). 78.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Washington Park has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.