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Donovan, IL
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Donovan, IL
At a Glance
How Donovan Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Donovan's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Donovan a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Donovan residents earn a median household income of $49,038 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,896. The unemployment rate stands at 12.3% (242% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 291 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Donovan is $87,700 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $192,155. Median rent is $1,056/month, with 32.2% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Donovan reports 176 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 54% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,347/100K.
Education
12.7% of adults in Donovan hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 96.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Donovan has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.