Apartments for rent in North Chicago, IL

The small city of North Chicago, Illinois is home to just over 30,000 people. Young adults (15-24) will feel right at home, as they account for an above-average percentage of the population, though young professionals feature prominently in the demographics as well. Overall, the city's population, with an average age of just under 30, is younger than every city in Illinois, ranking as the youngest municipality in the state. The majority of North Chicago residents rent, and 36% of residents own their homes despite an average rent of $1,145/month, which exceeds the state average by $93/month.

Averaging about 18 minutes, the commute time for North Chicago residents is shorter than the Illinois average of about 32 minutes. Many residents (30%) drive themselves to work, while public transit is not used much. Few workers (21%) commute on foot, though the number is well above the national average.

Retail is the most common industry in North Chicago, accounting for 5% of the population. With an average annual income of about $55,000, North Chicago workers bring in about $22,000 less than the average Illinois resident. North Chicago's average income also trails the national average of $73,345. Among residents older than 25 in North Chicago, 10% have earned a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree.