Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
19%
Carol Stream
Carol Stream, IL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,581
Population
38,480
Renter Mix
33% Rent
Classic neighborhood charm with Chicago just minutes away
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Commuter
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Low Crime
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Family Friendly
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Parks
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Nature
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Positioned around thirty miles west of Chicago, the large village of Carol Stream is a delightful suburb bathed in rich history. Regularly appearing on lists of the best places to live in Illinois as well as nationwide, Carol Stream has built a reputation as one of the most family-friendly communities in the region: The landscape is almost entirely covered by residential neighborhoods, with the rental market dominated by single-family homes (although a healthy amount of apartments and condos are available as well).
The exceptional public schools and low crime rate certainly boost the appeal for folks raising children, and the surrounding parks and forests provide excellent opportunities to spend quality time outdoors. Metra rail service to Chicago takes only about an hour from the nearby Wheaton station, making Carol Stream an excellent location for commuters as well.
Explore the City
Ranch style homes are popular in Carol Stream.
Carol Stream resident enjoying a walk with their dog.
If you looking for a fun time with kids, head out to Armstrong Park in Carol Stream.
A walk path meanders around Klein Creek at Veterans Park in Carol Stream.
Homes in Carol Stream average between 2,400 and 3,500 square feet.
Carol Stream features all types of housing options.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$98,007
Average: $116,528
Education
12,809
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
21,182
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Carol Stream has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
33%
Non-Renters
67%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
29%
Other Education
71%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Carol Stream, IL is $1,252 for a studio, $1,588 for one bedroom, $1,881 for two bedrooms, and $2,330 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Carol Stream has increased by 4.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,588/month
725 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,663/month
768 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,679/month
1,580 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Carol Stream, IL is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
Roy De Shane Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
229 Students
Public
Grades K-5
494 Students
Spring Trail Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
406 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
382 Students
Heritage Lakes Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
367 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
522 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,043 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Kline Creek Farm
- Cosley Zoo
- Mallard Lake Forest Preserve
- West Branch Forest Preserve
- Winfield Mounds Forest Preserve
Airports
- Chicago O'Hare International
- Chicago Midway International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.