Joliet

Joliet, Illinois Overview

Joliet scores 50.2/100 overall (C+), ranking #14 of 20 cities in Illinois — below the state composite of 52.0. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 73/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 6/100.

Income & Employment in Joliet

The median household income in Joliet is $86,054, 10% above the statewide median of $78,304. The local unemployment rate of 5.9% is higher than the state’s 4.6%. Population grew 0.5% recently.

Safety in Joliet

Joliet reports 410.2 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 393 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 1033.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Joliet

Joliet 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 $248,600. Median monthly rent is $1,237. Renters spend 17.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Joliet

The adult obesity rate in Joliet is 41.9%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.7%. Residents report an average of 17.7 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Illinois ranks #21 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Joliet

The student-teacher ratio is 15.6:1. Local districts invest $20,506 per student, well above the national median. The city has 31 public schools serving 20,758 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Joliet

The annual average temperature in Joliet is 53°F. Summers average 72.4°F. Winters average 34.5°F. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches.

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