Girard, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Macoupin County County
Girard, IL
At a Glance
How Girard Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Girard's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Girard a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Girard residents earn a median household income of $40,250 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,450. The unemployment rate stands at 7.9% (119% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.6% 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 Girard is $96,300 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $159,916. Median rent is $775/month, with 24.3% 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 1953.
Education
8.3% of adults in Girard hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 85.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Girard has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.