Illinois · Metropolitan Area
Godfrey is a small city in Illinois with a population of 17,743. Residents earn $92,746 per year, which is 23% above the national average.
Based on current data, Godfrey receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Godfrey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Godfrey is $92,746, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Godfrey is $181,400, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Godfrey is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 129 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,738 per 100,000, near the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 33.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Godfrey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $92,746 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,226 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,519 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,224 |
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% |
| 71% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 15,318 |
| County GDP | $40,403M |
| Restaurants | 1,029 |
| Healthcare | 2,212 |
| Retail | 810 |
| Manufacturing | 366 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,881 |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.69% |
| Commute Time | 26.1 min |
| Work from Home | 12.6% |
| Census Median | $181,400 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $210,436 |
| Median List Price | $225,500 |
| Median List Price | $225,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $115 |
| Homes Sold | 12 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.9% |
| Price Drops | 47.1% |
| Inventory | 34 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,111 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,881 |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.69% |
| Obesity | 37.4% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.2% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 15,768/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,212 |
| Total Violent | 128.9/100K |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 5.6/100K |
| Robbery | 16.8/100K |
| Assault | 106.5/100K |
| Total Property | 1,737.6/100K |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 213.0/100K |
| Theft | 1,485.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 39.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 71 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.7°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.9 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 544 ft (166 m) |
| Area | 34.4 sq mi (89.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 516/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9529°N, 90.2225°W |
| County FIPS | 29510 |
Winner: Democrat by 64.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 33.4% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 516/sq mi |
| Total Area | 34.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 16 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,212 |
| Restaurants | 1,029 |
| Retail Stores | 810 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 71 |
| Avg Commute | 26.1 min |
| Work from Home | 12.6% |