Hickory Hills, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
14,718 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,541 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$278,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$853 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,012 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.9% 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 10 24
Feb 2 7 28
Mar 3 4 38
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 40
Dec 3 8 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, IL State Senate District 16, IL State House District 31, IL
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Schools

Glen Oaks Elem School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
HH Conrady Jr High School
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Moraine Valley Community College
2 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Northwestern College
2 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Palos Community Hospital
4 miles, S • 4.1 star
Little Company of Mary Hospital
7 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
78 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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