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Will County
  • County in Illinois

Report Card

grade A
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Public Schools
    grade A minus
  2. Housing
    grade B minus
  3. Nightlife
    grade A
  4. Good for Families
    grade A
  5. Diversity
    grade A
  6. Jobs
    grade B+
  7. Weather
    grade C+
  8. Cost of Living
    grade C+
  9. Health & Fitness
    grade A
  10. Outdoor Activities
    grade A
  11. Commute
    grade C+

editorial

Will County is located in Illinois with a population of 696,403. Will County is one of the best places to live in Illinois. In Will County, most residents own their homes. In Will County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Will County and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Will County are highly rated.

About

Population
696,403

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$249,400
National
$244,900
Median Rent
$1,229
National
$1,163
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    18%
  • Own
    82%
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Crime & Safety

Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Assault
    103.7
    national  282.7
  • Murder
    3.9
    national  6.1
  • Rape
    36.2
    national  40.7
  • Robbery
    50.1
    national  135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Burglary
    158.8
    national  500.1
  • Theft
    970.5
    national  2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    75.3
    national  284

Residents

Diversity
grade A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    12%
  • 10-17 years
    13%
  • 18-24 years
    9%
  • 25-34 years
    12%
  • 35-44 years
    14%
  • 45-54 years
    15%
  • 55-64 years
    13%
  • 65+ years
    13%
Education Levels
  • Master's degree or higher
    13%
    national  13%
  • Bachelor's degree
    23%
    national  21%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    30%
    national  29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    26%
    national  26%
  • Less than high school diploma
    9%
    national  11%

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