Median Age
46 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
24%
Countryside
Countryside, IL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,221
Population
6,029
Renter Mix
28% Rent
A charming Chicago suburb awaits you
Tranquil
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Fun-Filled
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Events
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Park-Like
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Community
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Countryside has long been a popular reprieve from the density and buzz of Chicago. The city’s parks and annual community events make it popular with families and professionals who want out of the urban sprawl but wish to stay entertained. Summer concerts in Countryside Park and the annual Winterfest help you to get to know your neighbors, and to beat the Illinois winters.
If you’re looking for character in your apartment or rental, you’ll find it in Countryside. There’s a mix of new and old developments that offer incredible street presence, amazing landscaping, and historic charm. Look for an apartment near Countryside Plaza if you want to be close to all the shopping and local hotspots like Blue Nose Brewery. Chicago is just 17 miles east and easily accessed thanks to the Interstates and metro system.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$71,912
Average: $99,641
Education
1,998
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,306
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Countryside has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
28%
Non-Renters
72%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
27%
Other Education
73%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Countryside, IL is $1,226 for one bedroom, $1,684 for two bedrooms, and $3,451 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Countryside has increased by 3.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,226/month
713 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Countryside, IL is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
257 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Bemis Woods
- Buffalo Woods
- Country Lane Woods
- Paw Paw Woods Nature Preserve
- Fullersburg Woods Nature Center
Military Bases
Airports
- Chicago Midway International
- Chicago O'Hare 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.