University Park SnackAbility
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Crime in University Park summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in University Park. Key points include:
There were 141 total crimes in University Park in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in University Park is 2,025.9 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in University Park is 301.7 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in University Park is 1,724.1 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in University Park is -4.41% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In University Park Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
University Park / 100k People |
Illinois / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 141 | 2,025.9 | 2,004.4 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 21 | 301.7 | 289.2 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 5.8 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 4 | 57.5 | 90.2 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 15 | 215.5 | 146.3 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 120 | 1,724.1 | 1,715.2 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 13 | 186.8 | 290.5 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 65 | 933.9 | 1,134.4 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 42 | 603.4 | 290.4 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in University Park summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in University Park. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Illinois. Key points include:
The cost of living in University Park is 94 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in University Park is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in University Park is $184,105.
The median income in University Park is $73,844.
University Park's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In University Park Comparison Table
| Living Expense | University Park | Illinois | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 94 | 98 | 100 |
| Services | 98 | 99 | 100 |
| Groceries | 99 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 79 | 96 | 100 |
| Housing | 104 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 101 | 99 | 100 |
| Utilities | 100 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
University Park, IL Weather
The average high in University Park is 59.0° and the average low is 40.8°.
There are 74.9 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 39.1 inches of precipitation each year with 26.7 inches of snow.
| Stat | University Park |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 59.0 |
| Average Annual Low | 40.8 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 74.9 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 39.1 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 26.7 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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University Park Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in University Park
The current population in University Park is 7,306. The population has decreased 0.3% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7,306 | 2.8% |
| 2023 | 7,109 | -3.0% |
| 2022 | 7,328 | 1.2% |
| 2021 | 7,239 | 0.2% |
| 2020 | 7,224 | 4.0% |
| 2019 | 6,947 | -2.4% |
| 2018 | 7,115 | 1.1% |
| 2017 | 7,038 | -2.2% |
| 2016 | 7,196 | 3.3% |
| 2015 | 6,963 | 1.6% |
| 2014 | 6,852 | -1.9% |
| 2013 | 6,987 | -0.7% |
| 2012 | 7,034 | -0.0% |
| 2011 | 7,037 | -4.0% |
| 2010 | 7,329 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in University Park
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University Park is:
8.4% White with 611 White residents.
81.8% African American with 5,973 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
0.1% Asian with 6 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.0% Other with 0 Other residents.
3.9% Two Or More with 285 Two Or More residents.
5.9% Hispanic with 431 Hispanic residents.
| Race | University Park | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 8.4% | 58.1% | 57.4% |
| African American | 81.8% | 13.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.1% | 5.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.9% | 3.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 5.9% | 18.8% | 19.3% |
Gender in University Park
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University Park is 53.3% female with 3,892 female residents.
University Park is 46.7% male with 3,413 male residents.
| Gender | University Park | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 46.7% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in University Park for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in University Park completed < 9th grade.
4.0% of adults in University Park completed 9-12th grade.
29.0% of adults in University Park completed high school / ged.
31.0% of adults in University Park completed some college.
8.0% of adults in University Park completed associate's degree.
17.0% of adults in University Park completed bachelor's degree.
8.0% of adults in University Park completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in University Park completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in University Park completed doctorate degree.
| Education | University Park | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 4.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 29.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 31.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 17.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 8.0% | 11.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For University Park, Illinois
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8.2% of households in University Park earn Less than $10,000.
2.0% of households in University Park earn $10,000 to $14,999.
2.0% of households in University Park earn $15,000 to $24,999.
6.3% of households in University Park earn $25,000 to $34,999.
9.7% of households in University Park earn $35,000 to $49,999.
23.5% of households in University Park earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.8% of households in University Park earn $75,000 to $99,999.
23.0% of households in University Park earn $100,000 to $149,999.
4.1% of households in University Park earn $150,000 to $199,999.
7.4% of households in University Park earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | University Park | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 8.2% | 5.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.0% | 3.2% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.0% | 5.9% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 6.3% | 6.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 9.7% | 9.7% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 23.5% | 14.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.8% | 12.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 23.0% | 18.0% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.1% | 10.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 7.4% | 13.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
