German Valley, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Stephenson County County
German Valley, IL
At a Glance
How German Valley Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows German Valley's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is German Valley a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
German Valley residents earn a median household income of $71,420 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,536. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,019 business establishments, including 91 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in German Valley is $118,300 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $228,622. Median rent is $775/month, with 23.3% 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 1971.
Education
30.1% of adults in German Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below the national average). 94.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
German Valley has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches.