Riverdale, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 6/10
directions_bus Transit 6/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Moderately Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but walking may be limited by distance, infrastructure, or availability of nearby amenities.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
10,515 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,709 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$719 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,035 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
39.3% 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 89% of residents leaning left and 8% leaning right.

Liberal (90%) (8%) 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 12 24
Feb 2 9 27
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 9 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Washington Junior High
<1 miles, SE · 1star
Washington Elem School
<1 miles, SE · 1.4star
Riverdale School
<1 miles, S · 1.4star
Gen George Patton Elem School
<1 miles, NE · 1star
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Colleges

South Suburban College
3 miles, S · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Metrosouth Medical Center
2 miles, NW · 3.2star
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
3 miles, SW · 2.3star
Roseland Community Hospital
4 miles, NE · 2.3star
Little Company of Mary Hospital
6 miles, N · 3.2star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
68 miles, E · 1.4star
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