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Apple River, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Lafayette County County
Apple River, IL
At a Glance
How Apple River Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Apple River's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Apple River a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Apple River residents earn a median household income of $50,250 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,249. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 510 business establishments, including 34 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Apple River is $78,600 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $311,817. Median rent is $800/month, with 30.0% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Apple River reports 330 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 13% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,707/100K.
Education
15.5% of adults in Apple River hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Apple River has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.