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Gardner, IL
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Gardner, IL
At a Glance
How Gardner Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gardner's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gardner a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gardner residents earn a median household income of $82,125 , which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,031. The unemployment rate stands at 9.2% (156% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,204 business establishments, including 130 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gardner is $183,300 , 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $200,047. Median rent is $1,024/month, with 23.8% 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 1965.
Safety & Crime
Gardner reports 148 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 890/100K.
Education
17.4% of adults in Gardner hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gardner has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.