Forest Park, IL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Cook County · Illinois
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Forest Park based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
14,000
2023 ACS
Median Income
$81,323
2023
Median Home Value
$293,800
2023
Median Rent
$1,352
2023
Median Age
40.0
Unemployment
5.1%
Cost of Living Index
135.2
100 = national avg
Forest Park is a city in Cook County, Illinois, with a population of 14,000 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Forest Park is one of the communities in Illinois.
The median household income in Forest Park is $81,323, and the median home value is $293,800. The cost of living index is 135.2 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,352 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.1%, and the median age is 40.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
14,000
Male
7,026
50.2%
Female
6,974
49.8%
Median Age
40.0
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
38.6%
High School or Higher
52.1%
Foreign Born
8.5%
Veterans
5.3%
Married
31.7%
Avg Household Size
2.0
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.621
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
53.9%
Foreign Born
8.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
11.1%
1,557 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
88.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
13,107
English Only
84.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,015 speakers
Limited English
2.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.4%
Limited English Proficiency
2.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
747
5.3% of population
Disability Rate
6.2%
46 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$54,000
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
598
80.1%
Female Veterans
149
19.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$54,000
Non-Veteran Income
$57,951
Difference
-$3,951
-6.8% lower
Disability Status
With Disability
46
Without Disability
701
Disability Rate
6.2%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
9,751
#1 Ancestry
German
12.1% (1,695)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
11.2% (1,563)
#3 Ancestry
Italian
8.7% (1,221)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
7,035
Family Households
3,228
45.9%
Married Couples
1,902
27.0%
Non-Family Households
3,807
54.1%
Single Mother Households
1,024
14.6%
Single Father Households
302
4.3%
Living Alone
3,236
46.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
2,248
In Married Couple
1,176
52.3%
With Single Mother
757
33.7%
With Single Father
315
14.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$111,356
Married Couple Income
$154,286
Single Mother Income
$90,541
Single Father Income
$88,878
Avg Family Size
2.0
Avg Non-Family Size
1.7
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
203
Grandparents Responsible
11
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$81,323
+11% vs national
Per Capita Income
$55,165
+48% vs national
Poverty Rate
10.8%
-20% vs national
Gini Index
0.4629
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.1%
-2% vs national
SNAP Recipients
6.8%
of households
How Forest Park Compares
Forest Park vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Forest Park is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Forest Park, IL has a median household income of $81,323, making it the 8,554th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Forest Park has a higher median household income than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Forest Park, IL has a per capita income of $55,165, making it the 3,385th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Forest Park has a higher per capita income than 88% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Forest Park, IL has a poverty rate of 10.8%, making it the 15,665th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Forest Park has a higher poverty rate than 50% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Forest Park, IL has a unemployment rate of 5.1%, making it the 11,344th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Forest Park has a higher unemployment rate than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Forest Park. The median household income here is $81,323.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.1%
-9% vs IL avg
Labor Force
8,074
Employed
7,662
Mean Commute
24 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
38.6%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
52.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
40.0
Work from Home
19.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$105.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
135.2
100 = national avg
+35.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,501
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$140,639
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,581
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,781
per month
The median household income in Forest Park, IL is $81,323, which is 11.1% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $55,165. The poverty rate of 10.8% is lower than the IL state average of 12.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4629, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.1%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 8,074. 38.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 24 minutes, with 19.0% working from home. About 54.9% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 135.2, which is 35.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 170.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,501 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$310,000
Median List Price
$325,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$217
Days on Market
67
Active Inventory
40
Months of Supply
3.1
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$264,891
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,595
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
30.8%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
58.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.7%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
13
New Listings
23
Pending Sales
17
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$217
Median List $/SF
$239
Forest Park vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Forest Park is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Forest Park, IL has a median home value of $293,800, making it the 7,286th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Forest Park has a higher median home value than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Forest Park, IL has a median rent of $1,352, making it the 5,192nd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Forest Park has a higher median rent than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Forest Park, IL has a price per square foot of $217, making it the 6,877th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Forest Park has a higher price per square foot than 67% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Forest Park, IL has a rent burden of 20.0%, making it the 8,848th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Forest Park has a higher rent burden than 60% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$293,800
Median Rent
$1,352
Total Housing Units
7,777
Vacancy Rate
9.5%
Owner Occupied
53.6%
Renter Occupied
46.4%
Median Property Tax
$6,871
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,692
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$6,871
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.34%
of home value
Median Home Value
$293,800
Estimated Mean Tax
$6,554
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($6,871) by the median home value ($293,800). In Forest Park, IL, this works out to an effective rate of 2.34%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Forest Park, IL is $310,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 67 days on the market. 30.8% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.1 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $217. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,595/month. About 53.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1949. There are 7,777 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $6,871. The effective tax rate is 2.34%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.16
per 1,000 residents
+60% vs national
Property Crime Rate
28.31
per 1,000 residents
+65% vs national
Total Crimes
437
2024
Violent Clearance
25%
cases solved
Property Clearance
21%
cases solved
YoY Change
-13.2%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Forest Park Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Forest Park vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Forest Park is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Forest Park police solve 100% of murder cases but only 3% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 4 | 0.30 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 14 | 1.04 | 7.1% |
| Robbery | Violent | 18 | 1.34 | 11.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 20 | 1.49 | 35.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 55 | 4.09 | 14.5% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 266 | 19.76 | 25.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 60 | 4.46 | 3.3% |
Forest Park, IL reported 56 violent crimes and 381 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.16 per 1,000 residents is 60.0% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 25% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 266 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 35.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 56 | 381 | 4.16 | 28.31 |
| 2023 | 65 | 421 | 4.79 | 31.03 |
| 2022 | 66 | 489 | 4.80 | 35.59 |
| 2020 | 109 | 743 | 7.98 | 54.42 |
| 2019 | 60 | 571 | 4.36 | 41.49 |
| 2018 | 66 | 531 | 4.74 | 38.15 |
| 2017 | 75 | 455 | 5.38 | 32.62 |
| 2016 | 46 | 527 | 3.26 | 37.34 |
| 2015 | 42 | 505 | 2.96 | 35.56 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
100.0
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
100.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
61.7
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
73.3
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
24
Public Assistance
$861.4M
Individual Assistance
$557.0M
Most Common Type
Flood
8 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 35 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
15,172
Total Claims Paid
$139,478,719
Avg Claim Payout
$9,193
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
44
Federal Funding
$55,464,319
Properties Protected
148
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.76
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 11 | $29,983,579 |
| 403.5: Floodwater Storage and Diversion | 3 | $2,766,138 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $353,793 |
| 701.2: Technical Assistance - Application Development/Review; 701.3: Technical Assistance - Salaries & Expenses | 2 | $44,820 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts; 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 2 | $7,117,920 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Forest Park has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, cold wave, tornado. The area has had 24 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (8 declarations). 15,172 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $861,372,861 in public assistance recovery funding. $557,043,804 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 44 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
30.6%
5.5pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.2%
4.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.6%
1.3pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.7%
2.9pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
33.4%
Arthritis
21.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
7.7%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
14.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.2%
Loneliness
33.2%
Lack of Support
25.4%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
23.6%
Mobility
10.8%
Cognitive
11.0%
Hearing
4.7%
Vision
4.1%
Self-Care
3.1%
Independent Living
6.6%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Forest Park has an obesity rate of 30.6%, which is 5.5pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.2%, 4.3pp below the national average. About 7.7% of adults lack health insurance. 78.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
2.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
Aeries Healthcare Of Illinois,...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aeries Healthcare Of Illinois, Inc., Dba Riveredge Hospital | In city | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Rush Oak Park Hospital | 1.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Loyola University Medical Center | 1.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| West Suburban Medical Center | 2.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | — |
| Macneal Hospital | 2.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
14,340
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| FOREST PARK | 14,340 | 0 |
There are 1 water system serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
24 min
+0% vs national
Drive Alone
54.9%
-30% vs national
Public Transit
10.8%
+1101% vs national
Work From Home
19.0%
+105% vs national
Carpool
7.2%
Walk / Bike
5.2%
combined
How Forest Park's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
2
2023
5-Year Avg
4
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Forest Park, IL is 24 minutes, which is 0.4% above the national average of 23 minutes. 54.9% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 19.0% work from home, which is above the IL state average of 8.4%. Public transit is used by 10.8% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 7.2% of workers carpool. 4.5% walk to work. 0.8% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
91.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
77.7%
of households
No Internet
6.7%
of households
Total Households
7,035
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.9%
of households
Smartphone
90.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
82.2%
of households
Tablet
58.2%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
15.9¢
per kWh
-17% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.8¢
per kWh
-24% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.8¢
per kWh
-26% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$110
residential
-25% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
7% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Illinois averages 15.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $110. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Forest Park vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (10,000 - 25,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
14,340
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOREST PARK | Community | Purchased surface water | 14,340 | 0 |
91.8% of households in Forest Park have broadband internet access. 77.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 12.9% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 6.7% of households have no internet access. 9.8% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 14,340 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Forest Park is located in Cook County, IL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Forest Park.
Election Overview
Source: Cook County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
1,447,821
70.4%
GOP Votes
583,852
28.4%
Total Votes
2,056,800
Margin
D+42.0%
Shift from 2020
R+8.3pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,447,821 | 583,852 | 2,056,800 | 70.4% | 28.4% | D+42.0 |
| 2020 | 1,725,973 | 558,269 | 2,321,399 | 74.4% | 24.1% | D+50.3 |
| 2016 | 1,528,582 | 440,213 | 2,055,215 | 74.4% | 21.4% | D+53.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Cook County recorded 2,056,800 total votes. Democrats won the county with 70.4% of the vote compared to 28.4% for Republicans, a margin of D+42.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+8.3pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Cook County has shifted 11.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
86
Total Assets
$29.7M
Total Income
$18.1M
Per 10K Residents
61.4
nonprofits
-46.1% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
4
Median Assets
$195K
Oldest Active
1926
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $29.4M of $29.7M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Largest Nonprofits in Forest Park
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALTENHEIM-GERMAN OLD PEOPLES HOME- | Human Services | $17.7M | $5.7M | 1926 | |
| SARAHS INN | Human Services | $6.8M | $4.6M | 1981 | |
| JOSEPH CENTER | Recreation & Sports | $1.8M | $3.3M | 1998 | |
| PROGRESS CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING | — | $1.3M | $1.2M | 1988 | |
| EMPOWERING GARDENS INC | Education | $486K | $388K | 2015 | |
| OAK PARK YOUTH BASEBALL-SOFTBALL | Recreation & Sports | $378K | $795K | 2007 | |
| TRI-STAR GYMNASTICS INC | — | $336K | $748K | 1981 | |
| IZABEL | Education | $219K | $221K | 2020 | |
| MAINSTREET REDEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION | Community Improvement | $171K | $232K | 1998 | |
| RISE | Human Services | $170K | $131K | 2025 | |
| BILINGUAL MONTESSORI LAB ACADEMY NFP | Education | $71K | $385K | 2025 | |
| SUBURBAN FELLOWSHIP CENTER INC | — | $58K | $129K | 1975 | |
| MIDWEST UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST YOUTH CAMP NFP | Youth Development | $57K | $69K | 2016 | |
| BABE SATALIC IRONWORKERS LOCAL 1 CHARITABLE TR | Philanthropy | $25K | $124K | 2009 | |
| HIBERNIAN TRANSMEDIA NFP | Arts & Culture | $19K | $77K | 2014 | |
| CHICAGO VETERANS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL | — | $10K | $12K | 1987 |
Forest Park, IL has 86 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $29.7M. The most common category is Human Services, with 14 organizations. 4 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 61.4 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1926.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
111
Total Approved
$37.0M
Jobs Supported
721
Per 10K Residents
79.3
SBA loans
-26.5% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
42
Top Lender
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association
12 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
92
Total Amount
$25.0M
Avg Loan
$271,542
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$18.3M(73%)
Jobs Supported
531
Loans
19
Total Amount
$12.1M
Avg Loan
$634,368
Median Loan
$283,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
21
19% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$14.0M
38% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$667,295
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Specialty Bakers, Inc. | 1 | $3.4M |
| First & Roosevelt Llc | 2 | $3.2M |
| Rapid Foods Inc. | 2 | $2.1M |
| Famous Liquor | 1 | $1.9M |
| Snas Llc | 1 | $1.9M |
| C & S Roasters Llc | 1 | $1.6M |
| Vr Citgo | 1 | $1.5M |
| Consolidated Auto Service Center, Inc. | 1 | $1.4M |
| Broadway Warehouse of Il., Inc | 1 | $1.3M |
| Celltech, Llc | 1 | $1.2M |
Forest Park, IL has received 111 SBA loans totaling $37.0M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 92 loans (83% of the total), supporting 531 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 19 loans totaling $12.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Forest Park is JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association with 12 loans. That works out to 79.3 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
75
Total Population
2,571,740
Avg Median Income
$92,407
Avg Home Value
-$8,521,258
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60018 | 29,302 | $85,415 | $302,400 | $1,174 | 16.6 |
| 60104 | 18,390 | $77,270 | $219,300 | $1,221 | 2.3 |
| 60106 | 19,908 | $78,027 | $265,600 | $1,379 | 9.3 |
| 60126 | 47,759 | $143,333 | $527,600 | $1,890 | 11.2 |
| 60130 | 14,000 | $81,323 | $293,800 | $1,352 | 2.8 |
| 60131 | 18,059 | $76,404 | $261,800 | $1,092 | 5.4 |
| 60141 | 269 | $16,611 | N/A | $572 | 0.4 |
| 60153 | 23,173 | $66,498 | $212,600 | $1,203 | 2.8 |
| 60154 | 16,524 | $103,561 | $297,400 | $1,767 | 4.4 |
| 60155 | 7,906 | $59,688 | $240,600 | $1,091 | 1.9 |
| 60160 | 24,513 | $64,740 | $265,000 | $1,194 | 4.5 |
| 60162 | 8,133 | $70,772 | $233,800 | $1,265 | 3.2 |
| 60163 | 5,205 | $83,176 | $223,200 | $1,292 | 1.3 |
| 60164 | 21,248 | $76,483 | $240,400 | $1,143 | 4.9 |
| 60165 | 4,504 | $75,165 | $218,300 | $1,222 | 0.3 |
| 60171 | 10,482 | $74,793 | $244,700 | $1,230 | 2.3 |
| 60176 | 11,454 | $67,473 | $276,200 | $1,214 | 2.5 |
| 60181 | 30,247 | $90,375 | $294,700 | $1,619 | 6.5 |
| 60301 | 3,508 | $103,448 | $230,300 | $2,295 | 0.2 |
| 60302 | 32,589 | $97,414 | $450,700 | $1,348 | 3.0 |
| 60304 | 17,218 | $132,841 | $470,100 | $1,279 | 1.6 |
| 60305 | 11,489 | $148,711 | $676,900 | $1,411 | 2.5 |
| 60402 | 63,867 | $73,993 | $277,800 | $1,168 | 5.7 |
| 60455 | 16,765 | $65,342 | $234,400 | $1,139 | 4.2 |
| 60458 | 14,153 | $59,443 | $223,800 | $1,219 | 2.9 |
| 60459 | 28,822 | $83,975 | $258,900 | $1,241 | 4.2 |
| 60501 | 11,490 | $62,110 | $227,300 | $1,017 | 4.4 |
| 60513 | 19,264 | $108,527 | $314,000 | $1,334 | 3.1 |
| 60514 | 9,760 | $114,672 | $568,300 | $1,195 | 2.0 |
| 60521 | 18,097 | $244,318 | $988,000 | $1,921 | 4.7 |
| 60523 | 10,012 | $114,418 | $733,300 | $776 | 8.9 |
| 60525 | 31,453 | $113,718 | $422,500 | $1,475 | 13.1 |
| 60526 | 13,341 | $118,831 | $427,800 | $1,413 | 3.9 |
| 60534 | 10,362 | $63,827 | $243,500 | $1,149 | 1.9 |
| 60546 | 16,582 | $109,933 | $377,600 | $1,331 | 4.0 |
| 60558 | 13,353 | $218,839 | $691,300 | $1,932 | 2.8 |
| 60559 | 24,404 | $87,474 | $356,400 | $1,491 | 4.7 |
| 60602 | 1,127 | $123,047 | $383,300 | $2,775 | 0.1 |
| 60603 | 1,126 | $128,107 | $608,100 | $2,104 | 0.1 |
| 60604 | 653 | $77,806 | $577,700 | $2,500 | 0.1 |
| 60606 | 3,527 | $139,148 | $366,500 | $2,535 | 0.2 |
| 60607 | 30,197 | $126,307 | $494,300 | $2,333 | 2.3 |
| 60608 | 81,459 | $70,704 | $341,500 | $1,208 | 6.3 |
| 60609 | 64,268 | $54,142 | $251,600 | $1,070 | 7.8 |
| 60610 | 45,282 | $105,649 | $543,000 | $2,029 | 1.1 |
| 60612 | 34,699 | $60,457 | $331,600 | $1,330 | 3.7 |
| 60614 | 70,444 | $139,561 | $730,700 | $2,019 | 3.2 |
| 60616 | 54,456 | $77,841 | $387,300 | $1,329 | 3.8 |
| 60618 | 91,896 | $101,558 | $538,300 | $1,534 | 5.0 |
| 60622 | 53,696 | $124,852 | $622,900 | $1,932 | 2.5 |
| 60623 | 77,061 | $44,040 | $221,400 | $1,054 | 5.4 |
| 60624 | 35,711 | $32,607 | $223,200 | $1,152 | 3.5 |
| 60625 | 78,467 | $85,299 | $396,700 | $1,455 | 3.8 |
| 60629 | 109,292 | $58,813 | $236,300 | $1,106 | 7.0 |
| 60630 | 54,242 | $97,134 | $362,900 | $1,357 | 4.7 |
| 60631 | 30,308 | $117,688 | $431,400 | $1,604 | 3.8 |
| 60632 | 87,831 | $60,576 | $240,600 | $1,057 | 7.5 |
| 60634 | 74,418 | $84,997 | $333,900 | $1,271 | 7.1 |
| 60636 | 31,007 | $35,077 | $150,600 | $1,135 | 3.9 |
| 60638 | 58,250 | $89,191 | $283,500 | $1,327 | 11.1 |
| 60639 | 84,505 | $59,710 | $289,000 | $1,212 | 5.0 |
| 60641 | 67,400 | $81,649 | $373,200 | $1,249 | 4.0 |
| 60642 | 21,124 | $141,179 | $604,200 | $2,216 | 1.7 |
| 60644 | 48,317 | $37,952 | $238,300 | $1,096 | 3.5 |
| 60646 | 28,499 | $111,115 | $493,600 | $1,241 | 4.4 |
| 60647 | 85,589 | $102,851 | $557,300 | $1,714 | 4.0 |
| 60651 | 63,892 | $52,963 | $262,700 | $1,186 | 3.5 |
| 60652 | 41,431 | $78,559 | $235,000 | $1,208 | 4.8 |
| 60654 | 24,303 | $144,831 | $495,900 | $2,571 | 0.5 |
| 60656 | 28,726 | $88,000 | $344,400 | $1,388 | 3.2 |
| 60657 | 71,268 | $109,025 | $534,500 | $1,839 | 2.2 |
| 60661 | 11,516 | $138,831 | $397,700 | $2,403 | 0.3 |
| 60706 | 24,028 | $85,000 | $347,600 | $1,242 | 3.1 |
| 60707 | 40,897 | $82,746 | $315,300 | $1,309 | 3.6 |
| 60804 | 83,223 | $68,548 | $236,000 | $1,121 | 7.1 |
Forest Park, IL has 75 ZIP codes with a combined population of 2,571,740. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $92,407. The average median home value is -$8,521,258. The average median monthly rent is $1,457.
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