What are the schools like in Broadview, IL?

Broadview is served primarily by Lindop SD 92. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.9:1.

What is the median household income in Broadview?

The median household income in Broadview, IL is $59,261 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.4%.

What is the weather like in Broadview, IL?

Broadview has an average high temperature of 32.7°F in January and 85.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 42.3 inches.

Broadview, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Broadview, IL affordable or expensive?

Broadview's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Broadview is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $216,000 and the median rent is $1,130 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Broadview, IL?

Broadview has a violent crime rate of 347.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2418.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Broadview, IL a Good Place to Live?

Broadview is a small town of 7,957 in Illinois, with a median household income of $59,261 and a 8.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Broadview stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Broadview is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Broadview city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 102.6

Broadview's overall cost of living index is 102.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Broadview costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Broadview, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$216,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,130	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$59,261	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Broadview's violent crime rate is 347.2 per 100,000 residents — 9% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

347.2 /100k

Property Crime

2418.1 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Broadview is served primarily by Lindop SD 92. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Broadview, IL	National Avg
School District	Lindop SD 92	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	7.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	15.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Broadview sees average highs of 32.7°F in January and 85.0°F in July, with 41.1 inches of annual precipitation and 42.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Broadview, IL
Average High — January	32.7°F
Average High — July	85.0°F
Annual Precipitation	41.1"
Annual Snowfall	42.3"

Demographics

Metric	Broadview, IL	National Avg
Population	7,957	—
Median Age	39.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	14.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	68.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	10.4%	18.9%
Asian	3.1%	6.3%
Under 18	25.1%	22.2%
65 and over	18.7%	16.8%

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ZIP Codes in Broadview

Broadview, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60155

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Broadview, IL affordable or expensive?

Broadview's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Broadview roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $216,000 and median rent is $1,130/month.

What is the crime rate in Broadview, IL?

Broadview's violent crime rate is 347.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2418.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Broadview?

Public schools in Broadview are operated by Lindop SD 92. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.9:1. 15.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Broadview, IL a good place to live?

Broadview, IL has a population of 7,957, a median household income of $59,261, and an unemployment rate of 8.4%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Broadview?

Broadview averages 32.7°F in January and 85.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.1 inches with about 42.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Broadview?

Broadview, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60155.

What is the population of Broadview?

The population of Broadview, Illinois is 7,957 with a median age of 39.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Broadview?

Key numbers for living in Broadview: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $216,000, median household income $59,261, crime index 101 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Broadview side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.