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Ashkum, IL
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Ashkum, IL
At a Glance
How Ashkum Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ashkum's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ashkum a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ashkum residents earn a median household income of $67,500 , which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,959. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5% (58% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 675 business establishments, including 59 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ashkum is $136,500 , 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $213,688. Median rent is $790/month, with 25.2% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Ashkum reports 170 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 55% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,500/100K.
Education
13.4% of adults in Ashkum hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 85.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ashkum has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.