Albion, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Edwards County County
Albion, IL
At a Glance
How Albion Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Albion's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Albion a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Albion residents earn a median household income of $56,172 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,453. The unemployment rate stands at 9.2% (156% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 147 business establishments, including 6 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Albion is $93,000 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $128,969. Median rent is $808/month, with 32.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1965.
Safety & Crime
Albion reports 54 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 86% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 325/100K.
Education
13.7% of adults in Albion hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 93.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Albion has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches.