Palatine

Palatine, Illinois Overview

With a composite score of 59.7/100 and a B+ grade, Palatine ranks #4 of 20 cities in Illinois. Its strongest showing is in Safety (92/100), while Outdoor Access (6/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Palatine

The median household income in Palatine is $89,725, 15% above the statewide median of $78,304. The local unemployment rate of 4.3% is lower than the state’s 4.6%. Population grew 0.9% recently.

Safety in Palatine

Palatine’s violent crime rate of 121.1 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 945.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Palatine

Palatine 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 $347,900. Median monthly rent is $1,467. Renters spend 19.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Palatine

Palatine’s adult obesity rate of 27.2% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.6%. Residents average 14 poor mental health days per month. Illinois ranks #21 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Palatine

The student-teacher ratio is 14.4:1. Local districts invest $22,554 per student, well above the national median. The city has 14 public schools serving 12,310 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Palatine

The annual average temperature in Palatine is 51.3°F. Summers average 70.6°F. Winters average 32.9°F. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. 15.8% of workers in Palatine work from home, well above the national average.

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