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Cerro Gordo, IL
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Cerro Gordo, IL
At a Glance
How Cerro Gordo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cerro Gordo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cerro Gordo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cerro Gordo residents earn a median household income of $69,118 , which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,796. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,981 business establishments, including 244 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cerro Gordo is $108,000 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $139,923. Median rent is $875/month, with 22.7% 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 1960.
Safety & Crime
Cerro Gordo reports 67 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 82% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 540/100K.
Education
17.6% of adults in Cerro Gordo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cerro Gordo has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.