Naperville

Naperville, Illinois Overview

Naperville ranks #1 of 20 cities in Illinois, earning a A+ grade with a composite score of 68.0/100. The city stands out in Fiscal Health (97/100) and Safety (96/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Naperville

Naperville’s median household income of $152,181 is 94% above the Illinois median of $78,304, and its 4.2% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 4.6%. That economic strength is drawing residents — the population grew 1.3% recently.

Safety in Naperville

Naperville’s violent crime rate of 65.9 per 100,000 is well below both the Illinois rate of 393 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 871.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Naperville

Naperville 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 $509,900. Median monthly rent is $1,852. Renters spend 14.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Naperville

Naperville’s adult obesity rate of 27.9% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.7%. Residents average 12.3 poor mental health days per month. Illinois ranks #21 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Naperville

The student-teacher ratio is 14.3:1. Local districts invest $20,275 per student, well above the national median. The city has 40 public schools serving 28,733 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Naperville

The annual average temperature in Naperville is 52.3°F. Summers average 71.9°F. Winters average 33.6°F. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. 23.5% of workers in Naperville work from home, well above the national average.

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