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Naperville, IL
Naperville · DuPage County · IL 60540
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$482K
Median Price
11/100
Walk Score
6.6/10
Schools
49 min
to Chicago Loop
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
ASafety
92/100
CSchools
66/100
B+Quietness
80/100
D+Commute
55/100
FWalkability
11/100
WYLT Score64/100
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 qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Naperville, IL
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Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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