Merrionette Park, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
2,144 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,623 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$152,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$675 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,111 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 24
Feb 2 8 28
Mar 3 4 38
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 9 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 63% of residents leaning left and 33% leaning right.

Liberal (64%) (33%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 34%
Hillary Clinton 62%
Other 4%

Schools

Meadow Lane School
<1 miles, SE 1 star
Cassell Elem School
<1 miles, N 1.9 star
Chicago HS for Agricult Sciences
1 miles, NW 3.2 star

Colleges

Saint Xavier University
2 miles, N 2.8 star
Cameo Beauty Academy
3 miles, N 1 star

Hospitals

Metrosouth Medical Center
2 miles, S 3.2 star
Little Company of Mary Hospital
3 miles, NE 3.2 star
Roseland Community Hospital
4 miles, E 2.3 star

Airports

South Bend International Airport
71 miles, E 1.4 star