Garrett, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Douglas County County
Garrett, IL
At a Glance
How Garrett Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Garrett's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Garrett a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Garrett residents earn a median household income of $68,214 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,262. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 603 business establishments, including 55 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Garrett is $95,000 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $136,335. Median rent is $770/month, with 51.0% 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 1938.
Education
2.4% of adults in Garrett hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below the national average). 94.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Garrett has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches.