Evanston, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
76,552 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
70.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,766 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$472,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,188 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,599 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cook County
6
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cook County
5
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 11 23
Feb 2 8 27
Mar 2 5 37
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 5 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 40
Dec 2 8 27

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 71% of residents leaning left and 24% leaning right.

Liberal (72%) (24%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 16%
Hillary Clinton 79%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, IL State Senate District 9, IL State House District 18, IL
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Schools

Dewey Elem School
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Roycemore School
<1 miles, E • 5 star
Evanston Twp High School
<1 miles, W • 3.7 star
Beacon Academy
<1 miles, SE • 5 star
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Colleges

Northwestern University
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Hospitals

Presence Saint Francis Hospital
2 miles, S • 3.2 star
Swedish Covenant Hospital
5 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Methodist Hospital of Chicago
5 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Chicago Midway International Airport
18 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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