Bolingbrook

Bolingbrook, Illinois Overview

Bolingbrook scores 57.3/100 overall (B+), ranking #8 of 20 cities in Illinois — above the state composite of 52.0. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 86/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 6/100.

Income & Employment in Bolingbrook

Households in Bolingbrook earn a median of $114,296 — 46% above the state median — but the 4.9% unemployment rate sits above the statewide 4.6%, suggesting the job market doesn’t match the income figures.

Safety in Bolingbrook

At 221.2 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Bolingbrook sits meaningfully below the Illinois average of 393 — a 78% lower gap. The property crime rate is 894.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Bolingbrook

Bolingbrook has a cost of living index of 102.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $295,500. Median monthly rent is $1,718. Renters spend 18.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Bolingbrook

The adult obesity rate in Bolingbrook is 38.5%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.5%. Residents report an average of 15.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Illinois ranks #21 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Bolingbrook

The student-teacher ratio of 12.7:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $21,752 per student, well above the national median. The city has 14 public schools serving 10,086 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Bolingbrook

The annual average temperature in Bolingbrook is 52.3°F. Summers average 71.6°F. Winters average 34°F. Annual precipitation is 44.9 inches.

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