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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mount Zion a good place to live?
Mount Zion is a good place to live. Mount Zion is considered very car-dependent and very bikeable with minimal transit options. Mount Zion has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.0 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $48,413 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 6.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Mount Zion are home owners, with 36% of residents renting and 64% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Mount Zion can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Mount Zion neighborhood guide.
Is Mount Zion, IL a safe neighborhood?
Mount Zion, IL is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Mount Zion?
The median home price in Mount Zion is $197,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $39,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.52%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,000 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $43K a year to afford the median home price in Mount Zion. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Mount Zion is $48K.
What are the best public schools in Mount Zion?
The best public schools that serve Mount Zion are:
- Joliet West High School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 19:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- Washington Jr. High School and Academy has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- Laraway Elementary School has a C Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 10:1.
What are the best private schools in Mount Zion?
The best private schools that serve Mount Zion are:
- St. Jude School has a student teacher ratio of 17:1.
- St Mary Nativity School has a student teacher ratio of 12:1.
- St. Paul The Apostle School has a student teacher ratio of 13:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Mount Zion, Joliet, IL?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Mount Zion, Joliet, IL?
The most popular neighborhoods near Mount Zion, Joliet, IL are Reedwood, Southside Joliet, Preston Heights, Southeast Joliet and Cathedral Area.
