Chicago undeniably has its charming qualities—Lake Michigan is one of the best places to relax, there are restaurants on almost every corner, along with the best bar in the world. Yet, many people choose not to live here.
While expenses often play a significant role in families’ decisions about where to settle, safety is another crucial factor that affects the quality of life.
Many households are willing to pay a premium to reside in a neighborhood they feel is safe.
A study conducted by the financial planning company SmartAsset analyzed 360 U.S. towns within 45-minute driving distance from a major city, considering rates of violent crime, property crime, traffic deaths, excessive drinking, and other factors, to determine America’s safest suburbs.
One of the safest U.S. suburbs, including Highland Park, which ranked No. 14.
Highland Park, IL, is one of the safest suburbs
Why Highland Park stands out:
- Population: 30,229
- Violent crime per capita: 0.0007
- Property crime per capita: 0.0116
- Number of traffic deaths per 100,000 people: 7.5845
- Percentage of adults reporting excessive drinking: 19.51%
- Median monthly housing costs: $2,700
- Median household income: $161,875
Indiana saw numerous suburbs in the top 20, including Noblesville, Fishers, Carmel, and Brownsburg.