Dahlgren, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Hamilton County County
Dahlgren, IL
At a Glance
How Dahlgren Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dahlgren's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dahlgren a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dahlgren residents earn a median household income of $47,500 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,542. The unemployment rate stands at 13.1% (264% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 210 business establishments, including 6 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dahlgren is $68,800 , 76% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $140,131. Median rent is $814/month, with 29.1% 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 1966.
Education
7.1% of adults in Dahlgren hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below the national average). 86.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dahlgren has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.