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Mount Prospect

Mount Prospect is the kind of suburb that rewards the people who choose it.

Welcome to Mount Prospect 

Mount Prospect is the kind of suburb that rewards the people who choose it. A charming downtown with locally owned restaurants, shops, and a genuine main-street feel sits at the heart of the community, and a Metra station makes the commute to Chicago one of the easiest in the northwest suburbs. Parks, recreational programs, and well-regarded schools round out a community that consistently draws families looking for the full package — quality of life, convenience, and a real sense of place. If you want suburban living done right, Mount Prospect belongs on your list.
 
Schools: Township High School District 214 (home of Prospect High School), ranked 25th in Illinois and in the top 10% of all public schools statewide, with a 64% AP participation rate and 95% of graduates pursuing post-secondary education.
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Overview for Mount Prospect, IL

55,648 people live in Mount Prospect, where the median age is 41.7 and the average individual income is $48,113. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

55,648

Total Population

41.7 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$48,113

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Mount Prospect, IL

Population Households Employment

Mount Prospect has 22,003 households, with an average household size of 2.52. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Mount Prospect do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 55,648 people call Mount Prospect home. The population density is 5,191.51 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

55,648

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41.7

Median Age

50.08 / 49.92%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
22,003

Total Households

2.52

Average Household Size

$48,113

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Mount Prospect, IL

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The following schools are within or nearby Mount Prospect. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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School rating

Around Mount Prospect, IL

There's plenty to do around Mount Prospect, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

88
Very Walkable
Walking Score
65
Bikeable
Bike Score
35
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Candy Store at Abt, Grand Istanbul Bazaar & Cafe, and Jokbal Night Market.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 3.91 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.78 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.56 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.53 miles 20 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.81 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.08 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars

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