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Dorchester, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Macoupin County County
Dorchester, IL
At a Glance
How Dorchester Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dorchester's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dorchester a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dorchester residents earn a median household income of $121,250 , which is 61% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,152. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 887 business establishments, including 88 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dorchester is $133,300 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $171,282. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1944.
Safety & Crime
Dorchester reports 217 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 43% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,705/100K.
Education
12.5% of adults in Dorchester hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dorchester has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.