Forreston, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Ogle County County
Forreston, IL
At a Glance
How Forreston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Forreston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Forreston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Forreston residents earn a median household income of $68,042 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,399. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,030 business establishments, including 113 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Forreston is $116,500 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $168,167. Median rent is $783/month, with 19.5% 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 1960.
Safety & Crime
Forreston reports 214 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 499/100K.
Education
13.7% of adults in Forreston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Forreston has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches.