What are the schools like in Glencoe, IL?

Glencoe is served primarily by Glencoe SD 35. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.4:1.

What is the median household income in Glencoe?

The median household income in Glencoe, IL is $228,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.9%.

What is the weather like in Glencoe, IL?

Glencoe has an average high temperature of 32.3°F in January and 83.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 33.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Glencoe, IL affordable or expensive?

Glencoe's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Glencoe is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $1,195,100 and the median rent is $1,705 per month.

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

Glencoe has a violent crime rate of 23.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 600.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Glencoe, IL a Good Place to Live?

Glencoe is a small town of 8,787 in Illinois, with a median household income of $228,750 and a 3.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Glencoe stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, longer commutes. Whether Glencoe is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Glencoe 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

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

Metric	Glencoe, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$1,195,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,705	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	93.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$228,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Glencoe's violent crime rate is 23.6 per 100,000 residents — 94% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

23.6 /100k

Property Crime

600.9 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Glencoe is served primarily by Glencoe SD 35. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Glencoe, IL	National Avg
School District	Glencoe SD 35	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	86.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	99.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Glencoe sees average highs of 32.3°F in January and 83.5°F in July, with 39.5 inches of annual precipitation and 33.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Glencoe, IL
Average High — January	32.3°F
Average High — July	83.5°F
Annual Precipitation	39.5"
Annual Snowfall	33.6"

Demographics

Metric	Glencoe, IL	National Avg
Population	8,787	—
Median Age	44.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	37.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.0%	18.9%
Asian	2.2%	6.3%
Under 18	28.1%	22.2%
65 and over	19.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Winnetka, IL 2 mi Northfield, IL 2 mi Northbrook, IL 4 mi Kenilworth, IL 4 mi Highland Park, IL 4 mi

ZIP Codes in Glencoe

Glencoe, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60022

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glencoe, IL affordable or expensive?

Glencoe's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Glencoe roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $1,195,100 and median rent is $1,705/month.

What is the crime rate in Glencoe, IL?

Glencoe's violent crime rate is 23.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 600.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Glencoe?

Public schools in Glencoe are operated by Glencoe SD 35. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1. 86.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Glencoe, IL a good place to live?

Glencoe, IL has a population of 8,787, a median household income of $228,750, and an unemployment rate of 3.9%. 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 Glencoe?

Glencoe averages 32.3°F in January and 83.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.5 inches with about 33.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Glencoe?

Glencoe, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60022.

What is the population of Glencoe?

The population of Glencoe, Illinois is 8,787 with a median age of 44.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Glencoe?

Key numbers for living in Glencoe: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $1,195,100, median household income $228,750, crime index 15 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Glencoe side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.