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Skokie, Illinois

       
Total population 66,659 Average January/July temperatures 22.8° / 73.8°
Median home price $ 362,500 Annual Precipitation 37.84 in. /yr.

Skokie, Illinois

The Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park winds two miles through 72 outdoor sculptures.

Cultural Attractions
The North Shore Center for the Performing Arts is home to the Northlight Theater and the Skokie Valley Symphony Orchestra.
Economy
Its central location and access to myriad transportation options have helped Skokie's wholesale and retail trade thrive.
Fun Fact
The farmers' market features vendors from Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, and Wisconsin.
Geography
Skokie is a 30-minute train ride from Chicago.
Recreation
The Skokie Park District boasts parks, golf course, and a water park.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 29.9 ° / 15.76 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 82.81 ° / 64.8 °
Precipitation (?) 37.84 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) 23 %
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 64
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 118
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 362,500
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $64544.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $57488
Maximum state income tax (?) N/A
State sales tax (?) 8.75 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .520 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 101
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 133
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 23
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 311
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 6
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 103
Number of libraries within the county (?) 220
Number of museums within the county (?) 112
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 40
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 66,659
Population density (?) 6,092 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 1.9% decline
Population over 55 (?) 18,650 people
Education (?) 33 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 269
Number of clinics within the county (?) 593
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 253
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