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Illinois
Illinois Homeowners Say:
Happy Home Scores are based on participants' answers to four key questions:
What Makes Illinois' Homeowners Happy?
Our research shows that homeowner happiness boils down to a combination of three important factors:1. Dwelling
Affordable, well-functioning homes offering enjoyable accommodations
42 years
average home age
80%
have renovated their homes
63%
are happy with their home's size and layout
54%
say they have adequate storage
$198,000
Average Home Price (U.S. Census)
44%
"The cost of living is reasonable"
2. Community
A sense of diversity, safety and a strong neighborhood network
Diversity
40%
"I feel that my community is racially diverse"
52%
"I feel that my community is religiously diverse"
Safety
71%
"I live in a community that makes me feel safe"
69%
"My community offers good fire, police and medical services"
Neighborhood
57%
"I have neighbors I
enjoy"
67%
"I trust my neighbors"
12,859,995
Population (U.S. Census)
3. Accessibility
Practical commutes and access to important attractions and services
Commuting and travel times
56%
live and work in close proximity
63%
have a reasonable commute
81%
have easy access to highways
Access to Attractions and Services
87%
live within one hour of a major metro area
75%
have access to shopping that meets their needs
55%
live close to body of water
50 Minutes
Average travel time to work
Want to know more? See Our Methodology.
Find General Contractors in Illinois
Top 20 Requested Professionals & Locations in Illinois
2. Plumbing in Chicago, IL
3. Handyman Services in Chicago, IL
4. Cleaning & Maid Services in Chicago, IL
5. Roofing in Chicago, IL
6. Painting in Chicago, IL
7. Flooring & Carpet in Chicago, IL
8. Electrical in Chicago, IL
9. Heating & Furnace Systems in Chicago, IL
10. Concrete in Chicago, IL
Top 20 Local Projects in Illinois
2. Mow Grass and Maintain Landscaping in Plainfield
3. Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures in Plainfield
4. Repair an Asphalt Shingle Roof in Plainfield
5. Hire a Handyman in Naperville
6. Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures in Naperville
7. Install, Repair or Replace Plumbing or Fixtures in Naperville
8. Mow Grass and Maintain Landscaping in Naperville
9. Hire a Handyman in Aurora
10. Install, Repair or Replace Plumbing or Fixtures in Aurora
11. Mow Grass and Maintain Landscaping in Aurora
12. Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures in Aurora
13. Hire a Handyman in Chicago
14. Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures in Chicago
15. Install, Repair or Replace Plumbing or Fixtures in Chicago
16. Remodel a Bathroom in Chicago
17. Hire a Handyman in Rockford
18. Install, Repair or Replace Plumbing or Fixtures in Rockford
19. Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures in Rockford
20. Remodel a Bathroom in Rockford
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- Addison
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- Deerfield
- Des Plaines
- Downers Grove
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- Elmhurst
- Evanston
- Glen Ellyn
- Glencoe
- Glendale Heights
- Glenview