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Wheaton, IL


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Wheaton, Illinois

Wheaton, Illinois, in Du Page county, is 24 miles W of Chicago, Illinois. The city is conveniently located inside the Chicago metropolitan area. There are an estimated 55,416 people in Wheaton.

The People and Families of Wheaton

In Wheaton, about 58% of adults are married. Many folks in Wheaton are married and settled down.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Wheaton had a median family income of $90,475. Wheaton has more than its share of wealthy families and people. The city has a large middle class. You won't find a lot of people in Wheaton living below the poverty line. It's worth mentioning that smart, educated people feel at home in the city. A tendency for its residents to work at home is one of the things that define the lifestyle in Wheaton. If a good man (or woman) is hard to find, try looking in the city, where there happen to be many singles with good incomes.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($87,038) in Wheaton. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

Wheaton Housing

Approximately 74% of housing in Wheaton is owner-occupied. The city contains many homes that have been built in recent years. Property taxes are a bit high in Wheaton, which may indicate the community's investment in its schools and infrastructure.

Commuting

In Wheaton, 82% of commuters drive to work. The city is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike. One way to meet people in Wheaton is to try the public transportation system.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyWheaton College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Wheaton Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Wheaton Well-Paid Single Men
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Wheaton People in Middle Class or Better
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Wheaton Well-Paid Single Women
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 7%Wheaton Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Wheaton Public Transportation Use
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Wheaton Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Wheaton, IL

Comparing Wheaton 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
Well-Paid Single Men1010
Well-Paid Single Women1010
Male Share of the Population66
Age of the Population64
Female Share of the Population55
Senior Citizens53
Children Under 5 Years Old45
Racial Diversity38

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married98
Average Household Size77

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults1010
People in Middle Class or Better1010
Median Family Income1010
People Above Poverty99

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home99
Public Transportation Use910
Walking and Biking to Work910
Short Commute Times34

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built79
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals59
People Living Alone55
Seasonal and Vacation Housing45
Affordability of Rents21
Affordability of Property Taxes11

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