Dixon, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Lee County County
Dixon, IL
At a Glance
How Dixon Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dixon's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dixon a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dixon residents earn a median household income of $58,371 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,610. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 692 business establishments, including 79 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dixon is $113,300 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $180,985. Median rent is $865/month, with 27.0% 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
Dixon reports 193 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 49% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 465/100K.
Education
17.2% of adults in Dixon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 87.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dixon has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches.