North Chicago SnackAbility
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Cost of living in North Chicago summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in North Chicago. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Illinois. Key points include:
The cost of living in North Chicago is 96 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in North Chicago is 1.0x lower than the national average.
The median home value in North Chicago is $210,403.
The median income in North Chicago is $60,172.
North Chicago's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In North Chicago Comparison Table
| Living Expense | North Chicago | Illinois | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 96 | 98 | 100 |
| Services | 101 | 99 | 100 |
| Groceries | 101 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 79 | 96 | 100 |
| Housing | 102 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 101 | 99 | 100 |
| Utilities | 104 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
North Chicago, IL Weather
The average high in North Chicago is 56.7° and the average low is 40.3°.
There are 66.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 34.8 inches of precipitation each year with 38.8 inches of snow.
| Stat | North Chicago |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 56.7 |
| Average Annual Low | 40.3 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 66.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 34.8 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 38.8 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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North Chicago Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in North Chicago
The current population in North Chicago is 30,643. The population has decreased 7.2% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 30,643 | -0.4% |
| 2023 | 30,772 | -0.4% |
| 2022 | 30,890 | 0.9% |
| 2021 | 30,619 | 2.2% |
| 2020 | 29,967 | -0.0% |
| 2019 | 29,971 | -0.1% |
| 2018 | 30,011 | -0.0% |
| 2017 | 30,013 | -0.0% |
| 2016 | 30,023 | 0.3% |
| 2015 | 29,925 | -2.7% |
| 2014 | 30,760 | -1.2% |
| 2013 | 31,122 | -1.8% |
| 2012 | 31,677 | -3.7% |
| 2011 | 32,906 | -0.3% |
| 2010 | 33,010 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in North Chicago
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North Chicago is:
25.1% White with 7,700 White residents.
23.7% African American with 7,265 African American residents.
0.6% American Indian with 173 American Indian residents.
6.1% Asian with 1,856 Asian residents.
0.3% Hawaiian with 83 Hawaiian residents.
0.2% Other with 63 Other residents.
3.6% Two Or More with 1,093 Two Or More residents.
40.5% Hispanic with 12,410 Hispanic residents.
| Race | North Chicago | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 25.1% | 58.1% | 57.4% |
| African American | 23.7% | 13.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 6.1% | 5.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.6% | 3.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 40.5% | 18.8% | 19.3% |
Gender in North Chicago
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North Chicago is 39.4% female with 12,066 female residents.
North Chicago is 60.6% male with 18,577 male residents.
| Gender | North Chicago | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 39.4% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 60.6% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in North Chicago for adults over 25
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9.0% of adults in North Chicago completed < 9th grade.
9.0% of adults in North Chicago completed 9-12th grade.
29.0% of adults in North Chicago completed high school / ged.
24.0% of adults in North Chicago completed some college.
8.0% of adults in North Chicago completed associate's degree.
13.0% of adults in North Chicago completed bachelor's degree.
5.0% of adults in North Chicago completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in North Chicago completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in North Chicago completed doctorate degree.
| Education | North Chicago | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 9.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 9.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 29.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 24.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 13.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 5.0% | 11.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For North Chicago, Illinois
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11.6% of households in North Chicago earn Less than $10,000.
4.4% of households in North Chicago earn $10,000 to $14,999.
10.1% of households in North Chicago earn $15,000 to $24,999.
7.4% of households in North Chicago earn $25,000 to $34,999.
12.4% of households in North Chicago earn $35,000 to $49,999.
13.9% of households in North Chicago earn $50,000 to $74,999.
15.7% of households in North Chicago earn $75,000 to $99,999.
13.9% of households in North Chicago earn $100,000 to $149,999.
6.3% of households in North Chicago earn $150,000 to $199,999.
4.2% of households in North Chicago earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | North Chicago | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 11.6% | 5.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.4% | 3.2% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 10.1% | 5.9% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.4% | 6.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.4% | 9.7% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 13.9% | 14.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.7% | 12.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 13.9% | 18.0% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6.3% | 10.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 4.2% | 13.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
