Glen Ellyn, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
28,270 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
68.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$133,346 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$522,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,285 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,209 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

DuPage County
2
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

DuPage County
3
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 10 23
Feb 2 7 27
Mar 2 4 37
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 40
Dec 2 8 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (48%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 37%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, IL State Senate District 21, IL State House District 42, IL
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Schools

Abraham Lincoln Elem School
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Benjamin Franklin Elem School
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

College of DuPage
2 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Wheaton College
2 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Illinois Media School
3 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Adventist Glenoaks
3 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
4 miles, S • 3.2 star
Central Dupage Hospital
5 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
7 miles, SE • 5 star
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Airports

Chicago Midway International Airport
17 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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