Erie, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Henry County County
Erie, IL
At a Glance
How Erie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Erie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Erie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Erie residents earn a median household income of $86,750 , which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,874. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,020 business establishments, including 100 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Erie is $147,300 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $175,514. Median rent is $740/month, with 24.4% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
Erie reports 203 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 0/100K.
Education
17.4% of adults in Erie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Erie has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches.