State House District 45, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
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
107,895 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
60.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$124,035 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$523,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,106 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,443 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Illinois
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Illinois
4
United States
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 2 0 64
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 2 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 (47%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 8%

Schools

Brook Forest Elem School
<1 miles, W 4.6 star
Stella May Swartz Elem School
<1 miles, N 2.8 star
Stevenson School
2 miles, NW

Colleges

G Skin & Beauty Institute
<1 miles, E 1 star
Verve College
1 miles, W

Hospitals

Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
2 miles, E 5 star
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
3 miles, W 3.2 star
Adventist Hinsdale Hospital
3 miles, S 4.1 star

Airports

Chicago Midway International Airport
11 miles, SE 4.1 star