Senior Living Apartments in Elk Grove Village, IL

 

Learn More About Senior Apartments in Elk Grove Village, IL

 

Located 20 miles northwest of Chicago, Elk Grove Village is a major transportation and business hub. Home to both O’Hare International Airport and more than 3,000 businesses, the city has a strong reputation for trade and industry. Alongside this bustling business scene, the Chicago suburb has many notable natural features, including the abundance of elk that inspired its name. Seniors can enjoy local parks, trails, pools, and reservoirs, making Elk Grove Village an ideal destination for older adults looking to stay active. A popular farmer’s market contributes to this healthy, outdoor fun in the summer.

In Elk Grove Village, senior apartments are communities geared exclusively toward residents 55+ and provide amenities similar to a typical apartment complex. These communities offer older adults an easier lifestyle by taking care of tasks such as yard work and household repairs, but they typically provide limited organized social events and few additional services compared to those offered by independent or assisted living communities.

Cost of Senior Apartments in Elk Grove Village, IL

The median monthly cost of a senior apartment in 2019 was around $800 in the state of Illinois. To learn more about the cost of senior apartments in Elk Grove Village, contact A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.

 

Learn More About Elk Grove Village, IL

 

Cost of Living

 

The cost of living in Elk Grove Village is rated near the national average.

Index Scores

All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses	Health Care	Insurance	Entertainment	Groceries	Clothing
108	109	111	105	104	105

 

Income and Housing

Median Income Age 45-64	Median Income Age 65+	Median Household Income	Average Individual Income	Median Employee Salary	Average Property Tax	One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate
$85,351 per year	$45,289 per year	$70,758 per year	$34,672 per year	$44,237 per year	$5,281 per year	$1,055 per month

 

 

Local Hospitals

 

The top hospitals that service Elk Grove Village include:

Alexian Brothers Medical Center

• Facility type: short-term acute care
• Bed count: 180+
• Specialties: cardiac rehab, physical therapy, wound care

Northwest Community Hospital

• Facility type: short-term acute care
• Bed count: 180+
• Specialties: sleep studies, chemotherapy, joint replacement

 

 

Weather and Climate

 

Elk Grove Village’s climate is classified as humid continental climate, which forecasts hot summers and cold winters. The average humidity level is about 71%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at 78%.

 

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
22°F	30°F	14°F

 

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
73°F	84°F	63°F

 

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 103

This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.

Precipitation

• Average annual precipitation: 36.3″

 

 

Demographics and Values

 

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
43.3	19.1%	31,724	2,770.7 per square mile	2.5

 

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native	Asian	Black	Hispanic or Latino	Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	White (not Hispanic or Latino)
<0.1%	9.6%	1.6%	12.3%	0.1%	3.0%	74.6%

These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.

 

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in Chicago: 30/30
• Overall inclusivity: 100/100

 

2016 Presidential Election Results for Cook County, Illinois

Democratic	Republican	Other
74.4%	21.4%	4.2%

 

 

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

 

Historical and cultural sites in Elk Grove Village:

• Volkening Heritage Farm
• Schweikher House Preservation Trust
• Fischer Farm

Outdoor attractions in Elk Grove Village:

• Busse Woods
• Des Plaines River Trail
• Songbird Slough

 

Transportation

Elk Grove Village has extensive public transportation, including several regular bus and train routes. The city also manages a paratransit service. Seniors and those with disabilities may be eligible for fare discounts.