Chester, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Perry County County
Chester, IL
At a Glance
How Chester Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chester's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chester a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chester residents earn a median household income of $74,673 , which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,523. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 580 business establishments, including 41 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chester is $107,800 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $114,241. Median rent is $642/month, with 14.4% 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 1961.
Safety & Crime
Chester reports 45 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 268/100K.
Education
7.8% of adults in Chester hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below the national average). 76.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chester has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches.