What are the schools like in Hazel Crest, IL?

Hazel Crest is served primarily by Hazel Crest SD 152-5. The district operates 3 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.7:1.

What is the median household income in Hazel Crest?

The median household income in Hazel Crest, IL is $57,247 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 13.7%.

What is the weather like in Hazel Crest, IL?

Hazel Crest has an average high temperature of 31.1°F in January and 83.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Hazel Crest, IL affordable or expensive?

Hazel Crest's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hazel Crest is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $162,900 and the median rent is $1,470 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hazel Crest, IL?

Hazel Crest has a violent crime rate of 540.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2693.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hazel Crest, IL a Good Place to Live?

Hazel Crest is a small city of 13,737 in Illinois, with a median household income of $57,247 and a 13.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Hazel Crest stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

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

All Hazel Crest 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

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

Metric	Hazel Crest, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$162,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,470	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$57,247	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Hazel Crest's violent crime rate is 540.2 per 100,000 residents — 42% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

540.2 /100k

Property Crime

2693.0 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Hazel Crest is served primarily by Hazel Crest SD 152-5. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hazel Crest, IL	National Avg
School District	Hazel Crest SD 152-5	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	28.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hazel Crest sees average highs of 31.1°F in January and 83.9°F in July, with 41.5 inches of annual precipitation and 28.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hazel Crest, IL
Average High — January	31.1°F
Average High — July	83.9°F
Annual Precipitation	41.5"
Annual Snowfall	28.2"

Demographics

Metric	Hazel Crest, IL	National Avg
Population	13,737	—
Median Age	33.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	13.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	6.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	86.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.2%	6.3%
Under 18	32.5%	22.2%
65 and over	13.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Homewood, IL 2 mi Markham, IL 2 mi Country Club Hills, IL 2 mi East Hazel Crest, IL 2 mi Flossmoor, IL 2 mi

ZIP Codes in Hazel Crest

Hazel Crest, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60429

Hazel Crest vs Other Cities

Hazel Crest, IL vs Homewood, IL Hazel Crest, IL vs Markham, IL Hazel Crest, IL vs Country Club Hills, IL Hazel Crest, IL vs East Hazel Crest, IL Hazel Crest, IL vs Flossmoor, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hazel Crest, IL affordable or expensive?

Hazel Crest's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Hazel Crest roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $162,900 and median rent is $1,470/month.

What is the crime rate in Hazel Crest, IL?

Hazel Crest's violent crime rate is 540.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2693.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hazel Crest?

Public schools in Hazel Crest are operated by Hazel Crest SD 152-5. The district has 3 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1. 28.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hazel Crest, IL a good place to live?

Hazel Crest, IL has a population of 13,737, a median household income of $57,247, and an unemployment rate of 13.7%. 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 Hazel Crest?

Hazel Crest averages 31.1°F in January and 83.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.5 inches with about 28.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hazel Crest?

Hazel Crest, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60429.

What is the population of Hazel Crest?

The population of Hazel Crest, Illinois is 13,737 with a median age of 33.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hazel Crest?

Key numbers for living in Hazel Crest: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $162,900, median household income $57,247, crime index 137 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hazel Crest side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.