Altamont, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Effingham County County
Altamont, IL
At a Glance
How Altamont Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Altamont's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Altamont a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Altamont residents earn a median household income of $76,198 , which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,297. The unemployment rate stands at 1.0% (72% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,237 business establishments, including 125 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Altamont is $132,200 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $170,897. Median rent is $898/month, with 19.2% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Altamont reports 138 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,194/100K.
Education
18.6% of adults in Altamont hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Altamont has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.