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Effingham, IL
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Effingham, IL
At a Glance
How Effingham Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Effingham's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Effingham a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Effingham residents earn a median household income of $65,718 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,403. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,237 business establishments, including 125 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Effingham is $166,700 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $226,207. Median rent is $696/month, with 22.9% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Effingham reports 545 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 43% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,559/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
27.8% of adults in Effingham hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below the national average). 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Effingham has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.