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Canton, IL
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Canton, IL
At a Glance
How Canton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Canton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Canton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Canton residents earn a median household income of $54,881 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,591. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 655 business establishments, including 72 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Canton is $106,900 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $95,113. Median rent is $814/month, with 30.1% 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 1958.
Safety & Crime
Canton reports 287 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 25% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 956/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
16.7% of adults in Canton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 88.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Canton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.