Cicero

Cicero, Illinois Overview

Cicero scores 50.8/100 overall (C+), ranking #13 of 20 cities in Illinois — below the state composite of 52.0. Education is the city’s relative strength at 71/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 6/100.

Income & Employment in Cicero

The median household income in Cicero is $74,353, 5% below the statewide median of $78,304. The local unemployment rate of 5.2% is higher than the state’s 4.6%. Population grew 0.5% recently.

Safety in Cicero

Cicero reports 396.5 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 393 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 1501.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Cicero

Cicero 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 $236,000. Median monthly rent is $1,121. Renters spend 18.1% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Cicero

The adult obesity rate in Cicero is 35.5%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 13.5%. Residents report an average of 16.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Illinois ranks #21 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Cicero

The student-teacher ratio is 15.6:1. Local districts invest $21,391 per student, well above the national median. The city has 17 public schools serving 13,110 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Cicero

The annual average temperature in Cicero is 52°F. Summers average 70.9°F. Winters average 34.1°F. Annual precipitation is 53.9 inches.

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