Schaumburg

Schaumburg, Illinois Overview

Schaumburg ranks #3 of 20 cities in Illinois, earning a B+ grade with a composite score of 59.7/100. The city stands out in Safety (85/100) and Health (78/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Schaumburg

The median household income in Schaumburg is $87,202, 11% above the statewide median of $78,304. The local unemployment rate of 4.3% is lower than the state’s 4.6%. Population grew 1% recently.

Safety in Schaumburg

Schaumburg’s violent crime rate of 109.1 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 2070.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Schaumburg

Schaumburg 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 $312,200. Median monthly rent is $1,774. Renters spend 24.4% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Schaumburg

Schaumburg’s adult obesity rate of 24.8% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.3%. Residents average 13.3 poor mental health days per month. Illinois ranks #21 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Schaumburg

The student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $21,861 per student, well above the national median. The city has 15 public schools serving 10,314 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Schaumburg

The annual average temperature in Schaumburg is 51.7°F. Summers average 70.9°F. Winters average 33.3°F. Annual precipitation is 42.7 inches. 15.2% of workers in Schaumburg work from home, well above the national average.

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