Apartments for rent in Morton Grove, IL

Morton Grove is a town in Illinois with slightly more than 23,000 residents. Retirees make up a greater percentage of the population (23%) here than nationally (14%), while young adults are less well-represented. Overall, the city's residents, at an average age of just under 45, are older than most cities in Illinois. Just 8% of residents rent in Morton Grove, as most own their homes. Relatively high rent costs may be playing a role, as the average rent of $1,570/month is substantially higher than the state average of $1,052.

With an average commute time of about 33 minutes, longer than most cities in Illinois, Morton Grove residents are well aware that traveling to work takes some patience. Many residents (42%) commute to work by car, while public transportation is not extensively used. A small percentage of residents commute to work on foot.

There are two primary industries in Morton Grove: healthcare and retail. Together, these industries account for 17% of the workforce in the city. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, 8% of the city's population works in management, which ranks as the top profession in the city. With an average annual income of almost $89K, Morton Grove workers take home about $12,000 more than the average Illinois resident. Morton Grove's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345. Compared to the national average (7%), Morton Grove has a relatively high number of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees, as 9% possess a Master's degree or a Doctorate. Additionally, 21% have earned a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.