What are the schools like in Woodridge, IL?

Woodridge is served primarily by Woodridge SD 68. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.5:1.

What is the median household income in Woodridge?

The median household income in Woodridge, IL is $95,756 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.9%.

What is the weather like in Woodridge, IL?

Woodridge has an average high temperature of 32.8°F in January and 85.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Woodridge, IL affordable or expensive?

Woodridge's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Woodridge is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $332,100 and the median rent is $1,460 per month.

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

Woodridge has a violent crime rate of 59.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 817.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Woodridge, IL a Good Place to Live?

Woodridge is a small city of 34,027 in Illinois, with a median household income of $95,756 and a 3.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Woodridge is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Woodridge 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

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

Metric	Woodridge, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$332,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,460	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	65.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$95,756	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Woodridge's violent crime rate is 59.9 per 100,000 residents — 84% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

59.9 /100k

Property Crime

817.7 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Woodridge is served primarily by Woodridge SD 68. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Woodridge, IL	National Avg
School District	Woodridge SD 68	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	46.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Woodridge sees average highs of 32.8°F in January and 85.5°F in July, with 39.9 inches of annual precipitation and 24.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Woodridge, IL
Average High — January	32.8°F
Average High — July	85.5°F
Annual Precipitation	39.9"
Annual Snowfall	24.3"

Demographics

Metric	Woodridge, IL	National Avg
Population	34,027	—
Median Age	37.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	65.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	10.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	9.0%	18.9%
Asian	12.3%	6.3%
Under 18	23.2%	22.2%
65 and over	12.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Woodridge

Woodridge, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60517

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Woodridge, IL affordable or expensive?

Woodridge's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Woodridge roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $332,100 and median rent is $1,460/month.

What is the crime rate in Woodridge, IL?

Woodridge's violent crime rate is 59.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 817.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Woodridge?

Public schools in Woodridge are operated by Woodridge SD 68. The district has 6 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1. 46.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Woodridge, IL a good place to live?

Woodridge, IL has a population of 34,027, a median household income of $95,756, and an unemployment rate of 3.9%. 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 Woodridge?

Woodridge averages 32.8°F in January and 85.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.9 inches with about 24.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Woodridge?

Woodridge, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60517.

What is the population of Woodridge?

The population of Woodridge, Illinois is 34,027 with a median age of 37.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Woodridge?

Key numbers for living in Woodridge: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $332,100, median household income $95,756, crime index 25 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Woodridge side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.