Georgetown, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · McDonough County County
Georgetown, IL
At a Glance
How Georgetown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Georgetown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Georgetown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Georgetown residents earn a median household income of $74,583 , which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,962. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2% (72% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 550 business establishments, including 73 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Georgetown is $93,200 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $103,200. Median rent is $1,304/month, with 23.7% 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 1974.
Education
55.9% of adults in Georgetown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% above the national average). 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Georgetown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches.