Naperville, Naperville IL — neighborhood review

Naperville, IL

Naperville · DuPage County · IL 60540

Updated August 6, 2026 · Would You Live There?

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Verdict

$551K

Median Price

53/100

Walk Score

6.9/10

Schools

49 min

to Chicago Loop

Score Breakdown

BAffordability
78/100
ASafety
92/100
C+Schools
69/100
B+Quietness
80/100
D+Commute
55/100
D+Walkability
53/100
WYLT Score71/100

Our Take

Naperville offers a solid, family‑friendly environment with top‑rated schools and a healthy median income, but it comes at a steep price and requires a car for most errands. The area is safe, quiet and has plenty of green space, though the walkability score is low and living costs are high.

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The Good

  • High median household income
  • Excellent school system
  • Low flood risk
  • Strong sense of community

Real Talk

  • !Very expensive real estate and high property taxes
  • !Heavy reliance on cars due to low walkability
  • !Commute to Chicago takes almost an hour
  • !Limited public transit options
  • $High annual property taxes
  • $Elevated commuting costs (gas, tolls, parking)
  • $Higher utility bills due to larger homes

Best For

FamiliesCommuters to ChicagoProfessionals with high salariesRetirees looking for stability

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Naperville, IL

A

Safety grade

Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Low
9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

50% safer than the national average

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