Skokie

Skokie, Illinois Overview

Skokie scores 57.0/100 overall (B+), ranking #9 of 20 cities in Illinois — above the state composite of 52.0. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 75/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 6/100.

Income & Employment in Skokie

The median household income in Skokie is $86,125, 10% above the statewide median of $78,304. The local unemployment rate of 4.6% is matching the state’s 4.6%. Population grew 0.6% recently.

Safety in Skokie

At 206.5 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Skokie sits meaningfully below the Illinois average of 393 — a 90% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2629.7 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Skokie

Skokie 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 $368,600. Median monthly rent is $1,491. Renters spend 20.8% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Skokie

Skokie’s adult obesity rate of 25.1% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.6%. Residents average 12.9 poor mental health days per month. Illinois ranks #21 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Skokie

The student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $29,447 per student, well above the national median. The city has 14 public schools serving 10,084 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Skokie

The annual average temperature in Skokie is 51.7°F. Summers average 70.3°F. Winters average 33.9°F. Annual precipitation is 44.9 inches.

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