Is Schaumburg IL a good place to live?

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Schaumburg is a town in Illinois with a population of 73,392. Schaumburg is in Cook County and is one of the best places to live in Illinois. Living in Schaumburg offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Schaumburg there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Schaumburg and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Schaumburg are highly rated.

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Real Estate

• Rent

  37%

• Own

  63%

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Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety

grade C+

Based on violent and property crime rates.

• Assault

  35.7

  national  282.7

• Murder

  0

  national  6.1

• Rape

  38.5

  national  40.7

• Robbery

  33

  national  135.5

• Burglary

  99

  national  500.1

• Theft

  1,901.6

  national  2,042.8

• Motor Vehicle Theft

  89.4

  national  284

Residents

Diversity

grade A

Based on ethnic and economic diversity.

• <10 years

  14%

• 10-17 years

  8%

• 18-24 years

  5%

• 25-34 years

  16%

• 35-44 years

  16%

• 45-54 years

  12%

• 55-64 years

  12%

• 65+ years

  16%

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• Master's degree or higher

  19%

  national  13%

• Bachelor's degree

  30%

  national  20%

• Some college or associate's degree

  26%

  national  29%

• High school diploma or equivalent

  20%

  national  27%

• Less than high school diploma

  4%

  national  11%

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Working in Schaumburg

Jobs

grade B+

Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.

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Living in Schaumburg is a blessing, I live in a safe neighborhood which was not always the case growing up. I can trust my neighbors and know that if I am out of town, I won’t need to worry about a break-in. The crime rate is lower, which gives lets me sleep at night. Schaumburg offers so many fun and creative activities that can be done for couples, and families. I know every weekend I can drive up or down the street and find something to do with a friend or partner. I know deep down that if I wanted to start a family, Schaumburg would be where I raise my children. Its really nice to have woods for walking near us, as well as a mall down the street- talk about diversity!

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I have lived in Schaumburg my whole life (currently 17 years old) and I have nothing negative to say about this place. I have never felt unsafe, my education is very good, there’s so much access to anything you may need (grocery stores, clothing/shoes, home department stores...) AND Chicago is about 45 minutes away which I wish was closer, but I can’t complain. Most everyone is friendly and nice! This is a perfect place to raise a family if you’re looking for a safe, stable environment.

The library is wonderful, lakes are beautiful and overall safe town. Lots of places to shop and many within walking distances from coffee shops and small stores. Woodfield mall is huge with over three floors. Filled with many different stores, you will find what you are looking for. Try to avoid during holiday shopping because the mall is always overpacked and parking is always a hastle.