What are the schools like in North Riverside, IL?

North Riverside is served primarily by Komarek SD 94. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.1:1.

What is the median household income in North Riverside?

The median household income in North Riverside, IL is $63,625 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.6%.

What is the weather like in North Riverside, IL?

North Riverside has an average high temperature of 32.7°F in January and 85.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 42.3 inches.

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

Q: Is North Riverside, IL affordable or expensive?

North Riverside's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means North Riverside is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $291,200 and the median rent is $1,106 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in North Riverside, IL?

North Riverside has a violent crime rate of 272.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 5469.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is North Riverside, IL a Good Place to Live?

North Riverside is a small town of 7,245 in Illinois, with a median household income of $63,625 and a 5.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: North Riverside stands out for solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include a higher-than-average crime index, longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether North Riverside is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All North Riverside 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

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

Metric	North Riverside, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$291,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,106	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$63,625	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Higher than Average

North Riverside's violent crime rate is 272.8 per 100,000 residents — 28% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

272.8 /100k

Property Crime

5469.4 /100k

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

Schools & Education

North Riverside is served primarily by Komarek SD 94. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	North Riverside, IL	National Avg
School District	Komarek SD 94	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	37.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

North Riverside sees average highs of 32.7°F in January and 85.0°F in July, with 40.1 inches of annual precipitation and 42.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	North Riverside, IL
Average High — January	32.7°F
Average High — July	85.0°F
Annual Precipitation	40.1"
Annual Snowfall	42.3"

Demographics

Metric	North Riverside, IL	National Avg
Population	7,245	—
Median Age	39.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	75.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	9.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	12.4%	18.9%
Asian	1.2%	6.3%
Under 18	21.2%	22.2%
65 and over	19.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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North Riverside vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Riverside, IL affordable or expensive?

North Riverside's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts North Riverside roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $291,200 and median rent is $1,106/month.

What is the crime rate in North Riverside, IL?

North Riverside's violent crime rate is 272.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 5469.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in North Riverside?

Public schools in North Riverside are operated by Komarek SD 94. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1. 37.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is North Riverside, IL a good place to live?

North Riverside, IL has a population of 7,245, a median household income of $63,625, and an unemployment rate of 5.6%. 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 North Riverside?

North Riverside averages 32.7°F in January and 85.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.1 inches with about 42.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of North Riverside?

The population of North Riverside, Illinois is 7,245 with a median age of 39.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Riverside?

Key numbers for living in North Riverside: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $291,200, median household income $63,625, crime index 147 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Riverside side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.