What are the schools like in Northbrook, IL?

Northbrook is served primarily by Northbrook SD 28. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.8:1.

What is the median household income in Northbrook?

The median household income in Northbrook, IL is $150,236 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.2%.

What is the weather like in Northbrook, IL?

Northbrook 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.

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

Q: Is Northbrook, IL affordable or expensive?

Northbrook's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Northbrook is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $621,600 and the median rent is $1,998 per month.

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

Northbrook has a violent crime rate of 17.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1208.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Northbrook, IL a Good Place to Live?

Northbrook is a small city of 34,950 in Illinois, with a median household income of $150,236 and a 3.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

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

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

All Northbrook 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

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

Metric	Northbrook, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$621,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,998	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$150,236	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Northbrook's violent crime rate is 17.9 per 100,000 residents — 95% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

17.9 /100k

Property Crime

1208.0 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Northbrook is served primarily by Northbrook SD 28. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Northbrook, IL	National Avg
School District	Northbrook SD 28	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	72.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

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

Demographics

Metric	Northbrook, IL	National Avg
Population	34,950	—
Median Age	49.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	77.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.8%	18.9%
Asian	16.3%	6.3%
Under 18	20.6%	22.2%
65 and over	24.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Northbrook

Northbrook, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60062

Northbrook vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Northbrook, IL affordable or expensive?

Northbrook's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Northbrook roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $621,600 and median rent is $1,998/month.

What is the crime rate in Northbrook, IL?

Northbrook's violent crime rate is 17.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1208.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Northbrook?

Public schools in Northbrook are operated by Northbrook SD 28. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.8:1. 72.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Northbrook, IL a good place to live?

Northbrook, IL has a population of 34,950, a median household income of $150,236, and an unemployment rate of 3.2%. 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 Northbrook?

Northbrook 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 Northbrook?

Northbrook, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60062.

What is the population of Northbrook?

The population of Northbrook, Illinois is 34,950 with a median age of 49.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Northbrook?

Key numbers for living in Northbrook: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $621,600, median household income $150,236, crime index 26 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Northbrook side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.