Western Springs, IL

Western Springs, Illinois

Western Springs, Illinois, in Cook county, is 6 miles SW of Berwyn, Illinois (center to center) and 13 miles W of Chicago, Illinois. The village benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Chicago metropolitan area. Western Springs contains a population of approximately 12,493.

The People and Families of Western Springs

In Western Springs, about 76% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in Western Springs, at least compared to other villages of its size. The village has a large-family feeling. There are plenty of young children in Western Springs.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Western Springs had a median family income of $108,870. The typical family in Western Springs is better off than most in Illinois. The village has a large middle class. There just aren't a lot of poor people in Western Springs. Interestingly, lots of people in the village have Bachelor's degrees (or better). If you never see your neighbor it may be because he or she works from home rather than driving to the office. That's not unusual in Western Springs. In the village, there is a large number of singles who make a good living.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Western Springs favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $50,350. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the village.

Western Springs Housing

Western Springs has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 96% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Housing stock in the village might be described as older since the age of the average home is on the high side. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in Illinois, which may reflect a commitment to education in the village.

Commuting

In Western Springs, 77% of commuters drive to work. In the village, not everyone drives everywhere. The public transportation system may meet your needs.

High Points

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

Category	Trophy
Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers)	Top 1%
People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers)	Top 1%
College Educated Adults (vs. Peers)	Top 2%
Median Family Income (vs. Peers)	Top 3%
Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers)	Top 3%
Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State)	Top 8%
Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers)	Top 10%

Comparative Profile of Western Springs, IL

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

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
Children Under 5 Years Old
Age of the Population
Male Share of the Population
Senior Citizens
Female Share of the Population
Racial Diversity

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals

Western Springs Almanac

Western Springs Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Western Springs Public Libraries

More Information for Librarians

Western Springs Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Western Springs residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Nearby Cities and Towns

Starbucks in Western Springs

Western Springs Colleges

(List of All Illinois Colleges)

NEW: Community Comments below!