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Dolton
City in Illinois, United States
Overview
Dolton, Illinois is a residential suburb south of Chicago known for its local charm and strong sense of community. With tree-lined streets, community parks, and easy access to nearby metropolitan amenities, Dolton offers a relaxed pace of life. While not a major tourist destination, its small-town atmosphere is ideal for family visits or a quiet stay outside the hustle of Chicago.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Illinois
Population
21,426
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
41.64°, -87.61°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$2,220
Local Cost
$1,370
Local Income
$2,350
Cashless
83
English
100
Temperature
10.1°C
Summer Avg
22.3°C
Winter Avg
-2.7°C
Record High
39.5°C
Record Low
-31.3°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
976 mm
City Vibrancy
10
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
10
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
GYY
Distance
16 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 78/100.
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