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Skokie, IL


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Skokie, Illinois

Skokie, Illinois, in Cook county, is 12 miles NW of Chicago, Illinois. The village is located in the Chicago metropolitan area. Skokie has a population of 63,348.

The People and Families of Skokie

In Skokie, about 58% of adults are married. Lots of Skokie people are married off.

In the most recent census it emerged that people are more likely female than male in the village, in comparison to similar villages. You'll feel comfortable in Skokie if you're 65 since the village is home to many people that age or older.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Skokie had a median family income of $68,253. People in Skokie generally have good earning power. The village enjoys an educated population.

Political Inclinations

Residents of Skokie gave more campaign money ($24,855) to John Kerry than to the other people running for President in 2004. Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.

Skokie Housing

Owners occupy 75% of the housing units in Skokie. Residents here pay higher tax bills for their homes, which generally means better schools and other local services.

Commuting

In Skokie, 85% of commuters drive to work. If you visit or move to Skokie, try the public transportation system.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 7%Skokie Racial Diversity
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 8%Skokie College Educated Adults
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Skokie Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 13%Skokie Well-Paid Single Women
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 15%Skokie Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 17%Skokie Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of Skokie, IL

Comparing Skokie 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
Age of the Population1010
Senior Citizens108
Female Share of the Population98
Well-Paid Single Women89
Well-Paid Single Men89
Racial Diversity710
Male Share of the Population34
Children Under 5 Years Old12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married98
Average Household Size78

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults910
Median Family Income89
People Above Poverty87
People in Middle Class or Better88

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use910
Working at Home88
Walking and Biking to Work68
Short Commute Times33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing46
People Living Alone44
Affordability of Rents32
Housing Recently Built35
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals38
Affordability of Property Taxes22

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