Western Springs, IL
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Western Springs, IL
At a Glance
How Western Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Western Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Western Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Western Springs residents earn a median household income of $218,839 , which is 191% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $99,823. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.5% 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 Western Springs is $691,300 , 145% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $912,036. Median rent is $1,932/month, with 23.6% 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 1960.
Safety & Crime
Western Springs reports 8 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 98% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 273/100K.
Education
82.0% of adults in Western Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (143% above the national average). 99.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Western Springs has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.