Hillside, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
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
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
8,133 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,772 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$233,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$784 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,177 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.1% 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 8 28
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 40
Dec 2 8 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 76% of residents leaning left and 21% leaning right.

Liberal (77%) (21%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 17%
Hillary Clinton 81%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, IL State Senate District 4, IL State House District 7, IL
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Schools

Proviso West High School
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Hillside Elem School
<1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Tapestry Alop
<1 miles, SE
West 40-Sr Plus
<1 miles, SE
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Colleges

G Skin & Beauty Institute
3 miles, W • 1 star
Elmhurst College
3 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Empire Beauty School-Stone Park
3 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
2 miles, W • 5 star
Westlake Hospital
3 miles, E • 2.3 star
Loyola University Medical Center
4 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Chicago Midway International Airport
10 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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