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Chicago at a glance
| Population | 2,707,648 |
|---|---|
| Median age | 35.7 |
| Median household income | $75,134 |
| Median home value | $315,200 |
| Median rent | $1,380 |
| Homeownership | 46% |
| College-educated | 43.3% |
| Average commute | 34 min |
| Work from home | 18.3% |
About Chicago, Illinois
Chicago is a city of 2,707,648 in Illinois with a median age of 35.7 and a median household income of $75,134. About 43.3% of residents hold a college degree. 18.3% of workers work from home, and the average commute is 34 minutes. The MailerDot Chicago newsletter delivers free local news, weather, events, and community stories every morning — a 5-minute read covering what's happening in Chicago today.
What's in the Chicago daily digest
- Local Pulse — the top local headlines, summarized.
- Today's Outlook — the Chicago forecast with one practical line on what to wear or skip.
- What's On Around Town — events, markets, and shows in the next day or two.
- Spotlight & Story — a short feature on a local place, business, or person.
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What's in the Chicago daily digest?
Each edition has four short sections: Local Pulse (top headlines), Today's Outlook (weather with context), What's On Around Town (events and markets), and Spotlight & Story (a local feature). It's about a 5-minute read.
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