Skokie, IL Local Data & Statistics

State: IL

Total population: 66,219 Household income: $95,337 Rent: $1,552

Overview

Total population

66,219

Rent

$1,552

Year built

1959

Household income

$95,337

Per capita income

$46,534

Poverty rate

9.7%

Unemployment rate

3.7%

Household size

2.7 persons

Rent over 30% of income

55.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Illinois

Total population

66,219

Adults over 25

46,681

Total households

24,382

Household size

2.7 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$95,337

Per capita income

$46,534

Poverty rate

9.7%

Unemployment rate

3.7%

Rent over 30% of income

55.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,552

Year built

1959

Households that rent

25.3%

Households that own

74.7%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.6

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

50.1%

Black

10.1%

Asian

25.4%

Two or more races

8.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

11%

Not Hispanic or Latino

89%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

79.7%

Commute time to work

28 mins

Work from home

20.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

21.1%

High school graduate or GED

17.4%

Some college or associate degree

7.7%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

53.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Skokie, IL with: Illinois United States

Skokie, IL

Total population66,219

Rent$1,552

Year built1959

Household income$95,337

Per capita income$46,534

Poverty rate9.7%

Unemployment rate3.7%

Illinois State

Total population12,694,798

Rent$1,274

Year built1971

Household income$83,390

Per capita income$46,406

Poverty rate11.8%

Unemployment rate5%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	VillageSkokie, IL	StateIllinois	CountryUnited States
Total population	66,219	12,694,798	334,922,499
Rent	$1,552	$1,274	$1,413
Year built	1959	1971	1980
Household income	$95,337	$83,390	$80,734
Per capita income	$46,534	$46,406	$44,673
Poverty rate	9.7%	11.8%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.7%	5%	4%

View the complete comparison of Skokie, IL, Illinois and United States →

Summary for Skokie, IL

Skokie is located in Illinois.

Rent & Income

In Skokie, the typical monthly rent is $1,552 and the typical household income is $95,337. Rent here is higher than in both Illinois and the U.S., and household income is also higher than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 9.7%, which is lower than in both Illinois and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 25.3% of households. About 55.9% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 53.8% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is lower than both Illinois and the national rate.

Skokie, IL — Rent vs Household Income

Skokie, IL — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Skokie, IL compares in Illinois (29 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,552	19 / 29	from lower rent	$845 – $1,885
Household income	$95,337	14 / 29	from higher income	$51,592 – $155,105
Poverty rate	9.7%	15 / 29	from lower poverty	4.4% – 25.9%
Unemployment rate	3.7%	12 / 29	from lower unemployment	3.3% – 6.2%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Illinois with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Skokie, IL

Rent

In rent comparisons, Skokie comes in 19th out of 29 large places. Across Illinois, rents vary from $845 in Decatur, IL to $1,885 in Naperville, IL.

Household income

In terms of household income, Skokie comes in 14th among 29 major places. Across Illinois, income levels vary from $51,592 in Decatur, IL to $155,105 in Naperville, IL.

Poverty rate

For poverty rates, Skokie is ranked 15th among 29 major areas. Across Illinois, poverty runs from 4.4% in Naperville, IL to 25.9% in Champaign, IL.

Unemployment rate

Unemployment levels put Skokie in 12th place among 29 large places. Statewide unemployment spans from 3.3% in Champaign, IL to 6.2% in Waukegan, IL.

💰 Rent in Skokie, IL (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,552 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Skokie, IL

Annual Household Income: $95,337

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Skokie, IL

Estimated Rate: 9.7%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Skokie, IL

In Skokie, IL, households that rent: 6,173 (25.3%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	6,173	25.3%
Owner-Occupied	18,209	74.7%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Skokie, IL

In Skokie, IL, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 3,451 (55.9%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	3,451	55.9%
Other renter households	2,722	44.1%
Total renter households	6,173	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Skokie, IL

Less than High School: 9,866 people (21.1%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 8,124 people (17.4%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,576 people (7.7%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 25,115 people (53.8%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 46,681

📊 Unemployment Rate in Skokie, IL

Estimated Rate: 3.7%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.