A view of downtown storefronts in Oak Park, IL, which ranks #32 in the Livability Top 100 Best Places to Live in the U.S.
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Oak Park, IL

Looking to move to Oak Park, IL? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Oak Park, IL is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Oak Park, IL has a population of 52989. What about cost of living in Oak Park, IL? The median income in Oak Park, IL is $107,417 and the median home value is $422,276.

Read on to learn more about Oak Park, IL, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Oak Park, IL

Average Temperatures

59 high / 44 low

Average Annual Rainfall

39 in

Average Annual Snowfall

33 in

Quick Facts about Oak Park, Illinois

Median Home Value
$422,276
Median Property Tax
$3,972
Total Population
52,989
Average Commute
32 min
Median Household Income
$107,417
Median Monthly Rent
$1,227

Map of Oak Park, IL

Experiences & Adventures in Oak Park, IL

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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