Berwyn, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
55,888 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,235 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$286,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$879 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,046 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cook County
6
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cook County
5
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 68% of residents leaning left and 28% leaning right.

Liberal (69%) (29%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 10 24
Feb 2 8 28
Mar 3 4 38
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 8 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Hiawatha Elem School
<1 miles, E · 1.4star
Piper School
<1 miles, NW · 1.9star
Komensky Elem School
<1 miles, E · 1star

Colleges

Bell Mar Beauty College
1 miles, E · 1star
Morton College
2 miles, SE · 1.9star
Concordia University-Chicago
4 miles, N · 1.9star

Hospitals

Macneal Hospital
<1 miles, SW · 2.3star
Loyola University Medical Center
2 miles, NW · 2.3star

Airports