B+

West Ridge

Chicago, IL

Crime Score: B+ - Average crime

72,028
Population
$66,942
Median Income
$308,009
Median Home Value
37.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 95
Robbery 60
Burglary 67
Larceny/Theft 98
Vehicle Theft 113

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$308,009
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
45.4%
Renter Occupied
54.6%
Vacant
9.0%

Cost of Living

9% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -7%
🛒 Food & Groceries -8%
🚗 Transportation -13%
🏥 Healthcare -20%
💡 Utilities -15%

Compared to U.S. national average

Demographics

Education Level

19.1%
High School+
27.2%
Bachelor's+
14.7%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
45.4%
Black/African American
10.9%
Hispanic/Latino
22.3%
Asian
28.2%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
31° / 16°F
Summer (Jul)
83° / 64°F
🌧️
37.0"
Annual Rain
❄️
38.0"
Annual Snow

About West Ridge

West Ridge is a neighborhood located in Chicago, IL. With a crime score of B+, this area has average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 72,028 residents with a median household income of $66,942 .

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities