Gillespie, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Macoupin County County
Gillespie, IL
At a Glance
How Gillespie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gillespie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gillespie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gillespie residents earn a median household income of $76,806 , which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,996. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 887 business establishments, including 88 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gillespie is $89,500 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $101,443. Median rent is $756/month, with 12.9% 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 1951.
Education
18.6% of adults in Gillespie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 93.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gillespie has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.