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Norridge, IL


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Norridge, Illinois

Norridge, Illinois, in Cook county, is 5 miles SE of Des Plaines, Illinois (center to center) and 11 miles NW of Chicago, Illinois. Part of the surrounding Chicago metro area, the village is not an isolated village. Norridge is home to some 14,582 residents.

The People and Families of Norridge

In Norridge, about 53% of adults are married.

There are more females than males in Norridge than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in the village.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Norridge had a median family income of $57,007. The large segment of the population in Norridge with spending money keeps the village vital.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($400) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Norridge. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the village.

Norridge Housing

According to the 2000 census, 84% of the housing in Norridge was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Norridge, 91% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at the village.

High Points

Norridge strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Illinois):

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Norridge Public Transportation Use
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 19%Norridge Low Rate of Poverty
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 19%Norridge Well-Paid Single Women

Comparative Profile of Norridge, IL

Comparing Norridge to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens1010
Age of the Population1010
Female Share of the Population99
Well-Paid Single Women89
Well-Paid Single Men78
Racial Diversity68
Male Share of the Population22
Children Under 5 Years Old11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married76
Average Household Size55

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty98
People in Middle Class or Better99
Median Family Income78
College Educated Adults47

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use99
Walking and Biking to Work46
Short Commute Times23
Working at Home22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone66
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals58
Housing Recently Built46
Affordability of Rents33
Affordability of Property Taxes33
Seasonal and Vacation Housing24

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