Chicago Ridge 76 Excellent
Chicago Ridge Livability #170 ranked city in Illinois#3,325 ranked city in the USARanks better than 88% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Chicago Ridge

PROS
  • Commute

    High commute scores indicates that public transit should be easily accessible in this area and the average commute time to work is less than average.

  • Housing

    This area has received high scores in the housing category. This could be due to a positive home affordability ratio, high appreciation rates or elevated home values.

CONS
  • Schools

    Lower than average education levels, poor reading and math scores, as well as the inaccessibility of local elementary and high schools could all be factors in the low schools score.

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What's it like Living in Chicago Ridge?

Chicago Ridge is a moderately-sized city located in the state of Illinois. The city has a population of 14,028 inhabitants. In Chicago Ridge, there are 6,185 people per square mile, which is well above the national population density average. If we take a look at the last Census, the vast majority of the population falls within one racial group (76% White). Given that fact, Chicago Ridge could be considered less diverse than other cities. Something to be aware of when living in Chicago Ridge are the above average commute times. If you're looking for a short commute to work, this might not be the right area for you. With one way commute time of 31 minutes, this comes in much higher than the national average of 26 minutes.

Without the right tools, moving to any new area can be very stressful and challenging. Living in Chicago Ridge, Illinois could be a positive experience for anyone who puts in the effort to do the research required. When searching for a new neighborhood, several key items should be considered. Safety is paramount, ensuring a secure environment for you and your family. Proximity to workplaces or schools reduces commuting time and enhances convenience. Access to amenities like parks, grocery stores and healthcare facilities contributes to a comfortable lifestyle. Reliable public transportation options promote easy mobility. A strong sense of community fosters social connections and a welcoming atmosphere. To help you find the best places to live in and around Chicago Ridge, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like crime, cost of living, commute and more.

Chicago Ridge, IL receives 76/100 for its livability score; this results in a ranking of #138 in Illinois and #2,894 in the USA. Compared to the national average, Chicago Ridge ranks among some of the best places to live in the country! The cherry on top is that Chicago Ridge also ranks in the top 10 percent of all cities. If we explore each of the categories individually, we see that Chicago Ridge ranks well for crime (A-), cost of living (B-) and housing (B+). Unfortunately for Chicago Ridge, there are some categories for which it does not rank well, this includes: education (F).

A healthy real estate market serves as a key economic indicator. It could signify overall local economic strength, stability and reflects consumer confidence in the area. Based on multiple factors including: median home and rental prices, appreciation rates and home affordability, Chicago Ridge has received high marks in the housing category. Based on these calculations, the apartment rental and real estate market appears to be very healthy.

Chicago Ridge real estate prices and overall affordability will play a huge role in determining if the area is the right fit for you. Of course there are probably some other items on your “wish list”, but even before they are considered, let’s take a look at the home prices and affordability in Chicago Ridge. The median home price for Chicago Ridge homes is $169,200, which is 3.2% lower than the Illinois average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Chicago Ridge, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 3.3, which is 10% higher than the Illinois average.

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      Chicago Ridge transportation information

      Statistic Chicago Ridge Illinois National
      Average one way commute31min29min26min
      Workers who drive to work84.3%73.4%76.4%
      Workers who carpool5.4%8.3%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit5.7%9.2%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.6%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.7%3.1%2.8%
      Working from home2.6%4.4%4.6%
      Source: The Chicago Ridge, IL data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).