Wheaton
- Suburb of Chicago, IL
Suburb
Wheaton
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Suburb of Chicago, IL
- Rating 4.08 out of 5 208 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade A+
- Crime & Safetygrade B minus
- Housinggrade B
- Nightlifegrade B+
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Diversitygrade B+
- Jobsgrade A minus
- Weathergrade C+
- Cost of Livinggrade C
- Health & Fitnessgrade A+
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade A
- Commutegrade A minus
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Real Estate
Median Home Value
$381,800
National
$244,900Median Rent
$1,543
National
$1,163Area Feel
Dense Suburban
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Wheaton Rankings
Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and expert insights.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade B minus
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault51.2national 282.7
- Murder0national 6.1
- Rape17.1national 40.7
- Robbery19national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary100.6national 500.1
- Theft1,036.5national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft36national 284
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Working in Wheaton
Jobs
grade A minus
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$108,737
National
$69,021Top Public Schools Serving Wheaton
- grade A+
Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy
- Rating 3.94 out of 5 373 reviews
- grade A+
Glenbard West High School
- Rating 4.14 out of 5 368 reviews
- grade A+
Wheaton North High School
- Rating 3.96 out of 5 398 reviews
- grade A+
Wheaton Warrenville South High School
- Rating 4.08 out of 5 552 reviews
- grade A
Lincoln Elementary School
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Wheaton Reviews
Rating 4.08 out of 5 208 reviews
The attitudes of many of the people aren't great, but there are many great places and people here. I would avoid intereacting with the library staff, they aren't usually friendly! Downtown is really nice, and definitely stop by the popcorn shop, it's a little space between two buildings turned into a candy and popcorn store. It's a gem, and right across the street from a nice fountain and picnic area. The French Market is also highly recommended, every Saturday morning. Lots of variety there!
If I could describe Wheaton in two words, the first thing that comes to my mind is a "second-family". The first thing I have noticed about Wheaton is that everyone is supportive and encouraging towards one another. Most of the Wheaton residents are welcoming and amiable people. For example, when my family and I first moved into the neighborhood, our surrounding neighbors were not afraid to welcome us with open arms. After several conversations and dinner parties, we immediately became close. And if anyone ever runs into troubles and hard-times, the whole community is always there to back them up. Overall, Wheaton is a great place to make more connections and create new relationships and friendships.
I loved growing up in Wheaton and I still enjoy visiting my parents and family in the area. It is a welcoming town with great people, amenities, shopping, and restaurants. The parks and forest preserves make it easy and fun to get outside. Great park district, library, and schools!