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Chapin, IL
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Chapin, IL
At a Glance
How Chapin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chapin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chapin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chapin residents earn a median household income of $69,213 , which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,505. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 101 business establishments, including 9 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chapin is $83,800 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $98,242. Median rent is $945/month, with 14.3% 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 1948.
Safety & Crime
Chapin reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 866/100K.
Education
18.4% of adults in Chapin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 94.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chapin 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 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.