Chicago
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Chicago

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General Info
Population2,664,452
Population Density12.0k /sq mi
Elevation587 ft(179 m)
Housing & Wealth
Median Home
$304,487
Median Rent
$2,191
Median Income$71,673
Rent Burden37%
Climate & Risks
Sunny Days212 days/yr
Avg. High59°F
Comfort Score47/100Mixed
Temp Swing48°F
Annual Rainfall44"(112 cm)
Annual Snowfall11"(28 cm)
Air Quality
AQI 44 (Avg)19 days > 100
Infrastructure & Lifestyle
Walk Score72
Transit Score100
Safety Score30 / 100
School Rating7.3/10
Internet Access
Fiber: 33%Cable: 99%
Demographics
Median Age35.3 years
College Educated42%
Remote Workers16%
Nature Access
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