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Braidwood, Illinois, in Will county, is 19 miles S of Joliet, Illinois (center to center) and 50 miles SW of Chicago, Illinois. The city is considered part of the Chicago metropolitan area. Braidwood has a population of 5,203.
In Braidwood, about 63% of adults are married. Households are larger than most, which is consistent with the family emphasis of the city.
Interestingly, the city is known for having more men than similar cities.
In 2000, Braidwood had a median family income of $59,047.
About 85% of housing units in Braidwood are owner-occupied. The city sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use. Housing in Braidwood tends to be newer construction.
In Braidwood, 97% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Braidwood to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):
Ratings range from
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| Affordability of Property Taxes | ![]() | ![]() |
| People Living Alone | ![]() | ![]() |
| Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals | ![]() | ![]() |
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