Geneseo, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Henry County County
Geneseo, IL
At a Glance
How Geneseo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Geneseo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Geneseo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Geneseo residents earn a median household income of $65,226 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,263. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.7% 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 Geneseo is $196,400 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $250,348. Median rent is $952/month, with 32.4% 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 1963.
Safety & Crime
Geneseo reports 92 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 76% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 874/100K.
Education
33.4% of adults in Geneseo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below the national average). 96.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Geneseo has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches.