Edwardsville, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Madison County County
Edwardsville, IL
At a Glance
How Edwardsville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Edwardsville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Edwardsville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Edwardsville residents earn a median household income of $92,671 , which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,313. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,398 business establishments, including 627 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Edwardsville is $286,700 , 2% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $329,725. Median rent is $1,231/month, with 29.6% 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 1985.
Safety & Crime
Edwardsville reports 30 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 92% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 686/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
54.3% of adults in Edwardsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% above the national average). 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Edwardsville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.