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Winthrop Harbor, IL
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Winthrop Harbor, IL
At a Glance
How Winthrop Harbor Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Winthrop Harbor's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Winthrop Harbor a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Winthrop Harbor residents earn a median household income of $94,221 , which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,771. The unemployment rate stands at 8.2% (128% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,341 business establishments, including 399 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Winthrop Harbor is $238,800 , 15% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $298,804. Median rent is $1,262/month, with 36.4% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Winthrop Harbor reports 149 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 684/100K. The murder rate is 14.9/100K.
Education
21.4% of adults in Winthrop Harbor hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 95.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Winthrop Harbor has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.