What are the schools like in Norridge, IL?

Norridge is served primarily by Norridge SD 80. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.0:1.

What is the median household income in Norridge?

The median household income in Norridge, IL is $84,539 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.3%.

What is the weather like in Norridge, IL?

Norridge has an average high temperature of 31.6°F in January and 84.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 38.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Norridge, IL affordable or expensive?

Norridge's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Norridge is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $342,200 and the median rent is $1,486 per month.

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

Norridge 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 Norridge, IL a Good Place to Live?

Norridge is a small city of 15,291 in Illinois, with a median household income of $84,539 and a 6.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Norridge stands out for solid school ratings (B-).

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

All Norridge 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

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

Metric	Norridge, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$342,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,486	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	83.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$84,539	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Norridge'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

Norridge is served primarily by Norridge SD 80. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Norridge, IL	National Avg
School District	Norridge SD 80	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	28.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Norridge sees average highs of 31.6°F in January and 84.5°F in July, with 41.3 inches of annual precipitation and 38.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Norridge, IL
Average High — January	31.6°F
Average High — July	84.5°F
Annual Precipitation	41.3"
Annual Snowfall	38.4"

Demographics

Metric	Norridge, IL	National Avg
Population	15,291	—
Median Age	47.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	34.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	83.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	8.1%	18.9%
Asian	5.7%	6.3%
Under 18	18.0%	22.2%
65 and over	24.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Norridge

Norridge, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60706

Norridge vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Norridge, IL affordable or expensive?

Norridge's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Norridge roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $342,200 and median rent is $1,486/month.

What is the crime rate in Norridge, IL?

Norridge'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 Norridge?

Public schools in Norridge are operated by Norridge SD 80. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.0:1. 28.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Norridge, IL a good place to live?

Norridge, IL has a population of 15,291, a median household income of $84,539, and an unemployment rate of 6.3%. 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 Norridge?

Norridge averages 31.6°F in January and 84.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.3 inches with about 38.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Norridge?

Norridge, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60706.

What is the population of Norridge?

The population of Norridge, Illinois is 15,291 with a median age of 47.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Norridge?

Key numbers for living in Norridge: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $342,200, median household income $84,539, crime index 101 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Norridge side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.