Carbondale, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Jackson County County
Carbondale, IL
At a Glance
How Carbondale Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Carbondale's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Carbondale a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Carbondale residents earn a median household income of $29,670 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,849. The unemployment rate stands at 9.3% (158% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,137 business establishments, including 133 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Carbondale is $124,800 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $147,669. Median rent is $750/month, with 34.4% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Carbondale reports 1,038 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 173% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,755/100K.
Education
46.3% of adults in Carbondale hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% above the national average). 94.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Carbondale has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches.