What are the schools like in Western Springs, IL?

Western Springs is served primarily by Western Springs SD 101. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.0:1.

What is the median household income in Western Springs?

The median household income in Western Springs, IL is $198,836 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.

What is the weather like in Western Springs, IL?

Western Springs has an average high temperature of 33.1°F in January and 89.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 42.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Western Springs, IL affordable or expensive?

Western Springs's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Western Springs is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $680,900 and the median rent is $1,871 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Western Springs, IL?

Western Springs has a violent crime rate of 7.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 272.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Western Springs, IL a Good Place to Live?

Western Springs is a small city of 13,557 in Illinois, with a median household income of $198,836 and a 2.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Western Springs 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 Western Springs is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Western Springs 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

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

Metric	Western Springs, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$680,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,871	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	96.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$198,836	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Western Springs's violent crime rate is 7.6 per 100,000 residents — 98% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

7.6 /100k

Property Crime

272.9 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Western Springs is served primarily by Western Springs SD 101. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Western Springs, IL	National Avg
School District	Western Springs SD 101	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	81.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	99.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Western Springs sees average highs of 33.1°F in January and 89.5°F in July, with 41.1 inches of annual precipitation and 42.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Western Springs, IL
Average High — January	33.1°F
Average High — July	89.5°F
Annual Precipitation	41.1"
Annual Snowfall	42.3"

Demographics

Metric	Western Springs, IL	National Avg
Population	13,557	—
Median Age	42.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.7%	18.9%
Asian	2.2%	6.3%
Under 18	31.9%	22.2%
65 and over	14.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Western Springs

Western Springs, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60558

Western Springs vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Western Springs, IL affordable or expensive?

Western Springs's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Western Springs roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $680,900 and median rent is $1,871/month.

What is the crime rate in Western Springs, IL?

Western Springs's violent crime rate is 7.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 272.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Western Springs?

Public schools in Western Springs are operated by Western Springs SD 101. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.0:1. 81.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Western Springs, IL a good place to live?

Western Springs, IL has a population of 13,557, a median household income of $198,836, and an unemployment rate of 2.5%. 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 Western Springs?

Western Springs averages 33.1°F in January and 89.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.1 inches with about 42.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Western Springs?

Western Springs, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60558.

What is the population of Western Springs?

The population of Western Springs, Illinois is 13,557 with a median age of 42.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Western Springs?

Key numbers for living in Western Springs: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $680,900, median household income $198,836, crime index 6 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Western Springs side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.