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Dakota, IL
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Dakota, IL
At a Glance
How Dakota Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dakota's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dakota a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dakota residents earn a median household income of $57,063 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,834. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,019 business establishments, including 91 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dakota is $115,700 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $213,162. Median rent is $644/month, with 25.4% 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 1947.
Safety & Crime
Dakota reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 0/100K.
Education
17.4% of adults in Dakota hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dakota has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.