2022 Most Diverse Places to Live in Cook County

• Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.53 out of 5  106 reviews

Current Resident: It goes block by block. Many beautiful homes and buildings and friendly neighbors in certain pockets and with real eyesores in others. Extremely diverse and everyone gets along. Hidden gem used to be very affordable compared to the rest of the North side. Unfortunately the affordability and parking is not going to last long. Love my long-time neighbors!... Read 106 reviews

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• Population 81,109

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  Rating 4.17 out of 5  2,686 reviews

Current Resident: Chicago is a big city. There is not denying that it is beautiful, especially in the summer time. I love taking walks and going for runs down lakeshore drive. Safety is all over the place - it really depends where you are. One positive is that it is extremely walkable and commutable. The buses are a bit iffy sometimes, but you can get anywhere in the city by bus or train. There are other transportation options like renting a bike or taking a rideshare which are always easy to get. The nightlife is great. Many options! And there are a lot of great restaurants.... Read 2,686 reviews

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• Population 2,742,119

• Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.79 out of 5  84 reviews

Current Resident: Bridgeport Is an up and coming town. A lot of new rebuilds. Its a town full of art! Home of the Bridgeport art Center, and the White Sox! Lots of great Asian restaurants since we are near China town, and quite the diverse community with all races leaving on one block! It is also a town full of retired police force and is known for it's history with racism and horrific acts of violence, but that seems to have changed quite a bit with a new generation having populated this area!... Read 84 reviews

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• Population 34,356

• Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  40 reviews

Current Resident: What I like about North Park is that is calm. The neighborhood is clean and yes there might be a cemetery but what I like the most is like I said before that is calm, is close to a University and a High school.... Read 40 reviews

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• Population 18,847

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  Rating 3.49 out of 5  130 reviews

Current Resident: Albany Park is one of the most diverse neighborhoods in Chicago. It's a hidden gem. The neighborhood is full of local shops, restaurants, bakeries, and international grocery stores. There are many parks and a nature preserve near by. The neighborhood is more quiet than some others in Chicago, but the Brown line is a short walk away, and it will get you to many of the most popular and bustling neighborhoods in the city in no time!... Read 130 reviews

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• Population 48,647

• Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.52 out of 5  50 reviews

Current Resident: Moved here two years ago, and I love it here. Everything is pretty accessible by walking or CTA within a 15min. The neighborhood is quiet and isn’t as transient as other trendier neighborhoods (if that’s what you’re looking for). A lot of great diverse food and bar options on Taylor St. Definitely feels safer year-after-year.... Read 50 reviews

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• Population 23,346

• Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  184 reviews

Current Resident: Rogers Park is a great location for college students since Loyola, Northwestern, and North Park campuses are close by. There’s a plethora of ethnic foods to try for any foodie- Indian, Senegalese, Ethiopian, Greek, and more! There are more chain restaurants close to campus which allows students to get meals taken care of even when schedules get really busy. Locations for Target, Aldi, Walgreens, CVS, Whole Foods, and Cermak are scattered around and easily accessible. For people interested in nightlife activities, Rogers Park has its own bars, but also Uptown is pretty close where there are jazz bars, a theater, and late night bars with chill vibes.... Read 184 reviews

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• Population 54,011

• Suburb of Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  24 reviews

Current Resident: The neighborhood is a nice place to live at. It is a really quiet place to basically live at. There isnt alot of people just walking around, there isnt alot of loud talking people that be out at 12 am in the morning. The neighbors are very friendly... Read 24 reviews

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• Population 5,314

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  233 reviews

Current Resident: I love the diversity Skokie has. You will always be able to find a community similar to you, whether it be related to your culture, ethnicity, or religion. Skokie is especially accessible to Muslims such as myself, providing halal food spots and plenty of events for people of all faiths. The Skokie Public Library is the best part of the town, because of the diverse collection of books and movies. The library even offers laser engraving, sewing, embroidery, and 3D printing services! I also love how Skokie connects to Chicago through the CTA, making transportation extremely easy and accessible.... Read 233 reviews

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• Population 67,444

• Suburb of Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.82 out of 5  34 reviews

Current Resident: I liked the small community Hillside provides, with the local shopping district and the humble neighborhood residents.... Read 34 reviews

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• Population 8,286

• Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

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  Rating 4.25 out of 5  12 reviews

Current Resident: A great, quiet and safe neighborhood! It often smells like chocolate and we are right near metra lines.... Read 12 reviews

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• Population 8,856

• Suburb of Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.17 out of 5  113 reviews

Current Resident: Got a beautiful home at a great price! Plenty of diamonds in the rough here and banks have grants depending on the area you buy. It's got easy access to many nearby towns with tons of amenities and the local businesses here are great! The ice cream place Zarlengos is fantastic. The people are kind and most keep their homes nice. There are parts of the heights that are a bit poorer but everyone works really hard to make it a good town. Easy to get a hold of our local officials as well. I see lots of opportunity here! Lots of nice neighborhoods by Vollmer and Joe Burr and only getting better!... Read 113 reviews

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• Population 27,840

• Suburb of Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.62 out of 5  148 reviews

Current Resident: I have lived in Wheeling for over 30 years and seen the community grow. I came from the north side of Chicago have seen the park districts grow the parks are newly remodeled and very very clean. The village of Wheeling is very highly patrolled by the police officers a great fire department and public works. Neighbors are friendly and helpful. Great shopping and restaurants in the area. Great public transportation and trains. Excellent public schools. Good walking and bicycle pass. New public library Indian trails public library. During the winter sidewalks are clean by the village of Wheeling public works. Streets and sidewalks during the winter are always clean.... Read 148 reviews

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• Population 39,104

• Suburb of Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.63 out of 5  108 reviews

Current Resident: Lansing has an amicable atmosphere and everyone for the most part is friendly. We support each other and overall we have a nice safe community. The schools around here give us the necessary tools to move on into adulthood. Very rarely does anything criminal happen. Neighbors leave their doors open, kids play in the streets, and people walk their pets at night. Whenever I go to the park I see happy families. Lansing has unity which I've seen when the protests started. People follow the rules and stay in their houses because of the virus. I feel at peace in Lansing. The only thing that I would change is to increase funding to the schools programs since some clubs suffer because of financial problems. That or more sidewalks and pothole covers but that is because I am a serious bike rider. My parents picked Lansing because they knew that the people and the location were out of the city and therefore safer for us kids to flourish in without many worries or troubles. I am glad to live here.... Read 108 reviews

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• Population 28,916

• Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

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  Rating 4.05 out of 5  114 reviews

Current Resident: Bought my first home here since September 2021. Lincoln Park was my other option. After a couple of visits in Hyde park I was sold on how vibrant and diverse the neighborhood was. As an African American male It's rare to find a diverse integrated neighborhood in Chicago. Residents are from different cultures, race, and socioeconomic status. Everything you would need is in walking distance (Whole foods, Trader Joes, Target, sit down Restaurants, gyms) and downtown is a train (Metra) ride away. Residents of the community are well educated and likeminded. The neighborhood is well lit, and safe to the point that anybody can go for a jog at night. Although this is random, I have notice many dog/pet stores (7), and for me that's a sign of a healthy neighborhood. I can't explain why but it is for me. I wish for more clothing stores (Nike, Zara, H&M, Express, Hugo, Nordstrom, Banana Republic). I am confident that will happen soon.... Read 114 reviews

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• Population 27,401

• Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.58 out of 5  116 reviews

Current Resident: I have lived in many neighborhoods in Chicago but Old Irving Park is my favorite. The community is very diverse and so friendy with lots of dogs and kids. We have Korean Catholic, African Methodist, Muslim & Buddhist churches. It’s very economically diverse too & the cheapest place I’ve lived. If you’re city smart, you have no need to worry about safety. Lots of restaurants, thrift stores, and old buildings. Very quiet. There is some littering and it’s not a fully developed neighborhood so some areas closer to busier streets are louder and dirtier. Not much nightlife at all, but I like that because it’s quiet. There is a good mix of condo/home owners and renters, and rent prices are pretty low for the space you get. I just bought a condo here for a very affordable price! Love the area! But don’t tell anyone so our hidden gem remains a secret :)... Read 116 reviews

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• Population 54,145

• Suburb of Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.49 out of 5  61 reviews

Current Resident: This town is diverse of cultures and people, great suburb to raise kids as I have grown up here. I love everything about this town except for the potholes! Great youth programs, public library, local food places and bars. Located in the Midwest not far from Chicago it is close to the city for tourist attractions such as Millennium Park, Navy Pier, all the museums and zoos, as well as beaches.... Read 61 reviews

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• Population 22,934

• Suburb of Chicago, IL

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  Rating 2.67 out of 5  6 reviews

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• Population 4,022

• Town in Illinois

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  Rating 3.96 out of 5  209 reviews

Current Resident: I think my parents got really lucky when they picked our neighborhood to move to when I was little. With a great elementary, middle, and high school district and a diverse group of friendly neighbors, I grew up in this quiet suburban area without much distraction. I participated in endless after-school programs, spent weekends poring over books in the library, and go to spend time with friends outdoors and at the movies, mall, and cafes. There is a lot to do and buy that is still affordable here, even with the nearby city prices skyrocketing recently. It is a perfect place to raise children. However, as a young adult just starting a career, I'm not sure if I'm going to stay here my entire life; it does feel like things are slowing down here, families moving out once their children graduate high school and most of my friends living in the city. If you're very family-oriented with young children and want safety, though, it's a great town that I wouldn't overlook.... Read 209 reviews

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• Population 52,153

• Suburb of Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  53 reviews

Current Resident: Alsip has been the nicest little town in the suburbs of Chicago I've got to live in. I moved there in the summer of 2018 when I was only 17. It's proximity to various schools (whether it was a High School, Middle School or a College) is great for students who cannot afford a DownTown living space. It is only 30 minutes away from Chicago's center, which is a big plus for commuters for work or studying. Alsip is also about 10 minutes away from a train station in case some people cannot drive themselves to work and just need to take a train. Alsip is a nice town to live in for a family with kids, students or elders!... Read 53 reviews

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• Population 19,036

• Suburb of Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.68 out of 5  107 reviews

Current Resident: Streamwood is an overall average city with a pretty calm lifestyle. There are an average amount of opportunities, although the schools lack a good education and environment. The schools should be improved, but other than that it's a pretty okay place to live. I've lived here all my life and felt like I belong. It's a welcoming community with mostly friendly people and affordable housing.... Read 107 reviews

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• Population 39,736

• Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.43 out of 5  164 reviews

Current Resident: I LIVED 1993 IT WAS MORE WILD BECAUSE OF OUR EVERGREEN PARK NEIGHBORS FELT IT NECESSARY TO DRAG RACE UP AND DOWN 87TH STREET AFTER A BULLS GAME. THEY NEIGHBORHOOD WAS NOT DIVERSE AT ALL THEN, WHITES WERE MOVING OUT AS FAST AS THEY COULD.IF DRUGS WERE BEING SOLD IT WAS DONE AT ONE ''HOT '' HOUSE'' AND THAT WAS FOR YEARS. NO ...THE DEALER WAS NOT ''BLACK'' BUT HIS CUSTOMERS CAME FROM EVERGREEN AND REALLY MADE 86TH PLACE ON THE CORNER A BAD SPOT ON THE WHOLE AREA. OVER ALL IT IS NOT A BAD PLACE, DO I FEEL LESS SAFE, THE ANSWER IS YES BUT SAFER THAN ANY OTHER AREA I DRIVE THROUGH.... Read 164 reviews

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• Population 49,175

• Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  161 reviews

Current Resident: The thing to know about Edgewater is that you can find almost anything here from a housing perspective. There are apartments that rent for about $1,000, homes that cost $1,500,000+ and there is everything from high-rises to single family homes. The rule of thumb is the closer to the lake, the more dense. Transit is very good and you can drive downtown in 20 minutes or less outside of rush hours. There are a ton or restaurants, bars and stores. Grocery shopping here is not a hassle and there are even a number of good hardware stores! I moved up here from Lakeview in 1999 buying a townhouse on the park. Wanted a single family home with a yard so bought one in 2014. Really liked the townhouse but love the house. The neighborhood is fantastic. A true neighborhood. People are very friendly without being too involved in your private life. My neighborhood looks like a small town yet is only three blocks from the EL. My block is very wealthy but not showy. Highly recommend.... Read 161 reviews

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• Population 51,227

• Town in Illinois

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  205 reviews

Current Resident: I grew up here and moved back one year ago. I wouldn't change it for anything! Tree lined streets, diverse walks of life, public parks everywhere, huge gardens, shops and locally owned businesses for days. Everything you could ever need. The perfect place to learn to ride a bike, sit on the beach right on the lake, chat on the porch with neighbors, bbq in the backyard, etc. Everyone here says hello and knows one another. Small town vibe in and around a big bustling city. Easy commute right into the city. Lovely little bars, breweries, wineries and kombucha on tap!... Read 205 reviews

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• Population 78,454

• Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

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  Rating 3.82 out of 5  95 reviews

Current Resident: I love Uptown! It's a very dog friendly neighborhood and there are great restaurants around. Plus, the neighborhood is pretty quiet and it's nice how there is lots of public transportation around.... Read 95 reviews

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• Population 57,984