Chrisman, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Edgar County County
Chrisman, IL
At a Glance
How Chrisman Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chrisman's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chrisman a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chrisman residents earn a median household income of $58,250 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,186. The unemployment rate stands at 15.7% (336% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 351 business establishments, including 38 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chrisman is $82,200 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $119,342. Median rent is $751/month, with 21.7% 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 1957.
Safety & Crime
Chrisman reports 316 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 17% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 79/100K.
Education
17.9% of adults in Chrisman hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 92.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chrisman has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches.