Highland Park, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
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
30,229 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
76.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$161,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$594,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,807 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lake 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

Lake County
2
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 10 22
Feb 2 8 26
Mar 2 4 36
Apr 3 1 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 1 39
Dec 2 9 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 57% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (58%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 28%
Hillary Clinton 64%
Other 8%

Schools

Green Bay School
<1 miles, NE
Indian Trail Elem School
<1 miles, E 2.8 star
Lincoln Elem School
<1 miles, SE 4.1 star
Elm Place School
<1 miles, E 2.8 star

Colleges

Lake Forest College
5 miles, N 3.2 star

Hospitals

Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
6 miles, N 3.2 star
Advocate Condell Medical Center
10 miles, NW 4.1 star
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
10 miles, SW 5 star

Airports