Every parent wants to raise a healthy child, and some communities make it easier than others.
The ease of access to health care, outdoor spaces and recreation facilities are factors for many families when it comes to choosing where to plant roots. Luckily, Niche, a website offering rankings and statistics on towns, schools and colleges, also publishes a ranking of the healthiest places to live. See the rankings below to find out how towns in DuPage County stack up.
These statistics were calculated based on factors like obesity rates, alcohol consumption, access to healthcare and more. Data for these categories come from the CDC and the U.S. Census. You can find the full methodology here.
Read more: Best Places for Families to Live in DuPage County
Here are the top 10 healthiest places to live in DuPage County on the list.
1. Naperville
- Average home value: $482,600
- Population: 149,089
Naperville boasts many parks and forest preserves, including popular Centennial Beach. It earns an “A+” from Niche for excellent public schools.
2. Clarendon Hills
- Average home value: $570,600
- Population: 8,658
This suburb is very safe, offers an easy commute and has excellent public schools options. Clarendon Hills has a station on Metra’s BNSF Line, providing daily transit between Aurora, Illinois and Chicago, too.
3. Hinsdale
- Average home value: $962,700
- Population: 17,169
The affluent suburb of Hinsdale offers families excellent public schools, outdoor activities and jobs options. Hinsdale’s downtown area is a National Register Historic District.
4. Oak Brook
- Average home value: $825,600
- Population: 8,065
Oak Brook earns an “A+” from Niche in the public schools and good for families categories. It offers residents a sparse suburban feel with many restaurants, coffee shops and parks.
5. Elmhurst
- Average home value: $516,900
- Population: 45,648
With a dense suburban feel, Elmhurst families enjoy excellent public schools and great outdoor activity options. Every year, the town hosts the popular Art in Wilder Park event with more than 125 booths.
6. Willowbrook
- Average home value: $347,200
- Population: 9,177
Willowbrook offers residents access to ten community parks, the Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve and more. It earns an “A+” in the public schools category from Niche.
7. York Township
- Average home value: $376,200
- Population: 127,805
Multiple hospitals located within the borders of this Chicago suburb make getting a check up simple. Tons of golf courses, parks and nature centers, too.
8. Lisle
- Average home value: $401,000
- Population: 23,499
Residents of Lisle enjoy excellent public schools, a diverse city and good outdoor activity options. For little ones interested in baseball and basketball, the Bulls/Sox Training Academy located in Lisle offers year round programs for kids.
9. Westmont
- Average home value: $371,200
- Population: 24,271
Residents of Westmont have many dining and recreation options as well as an impressive number of parks.
10. Downers Grove Township
- Average home value: $434,800
- Population: 149,315
The Waterfall Glen Nature Preserve located within Downers Grove Township draws visitors and residents alike to its scenic spots.
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