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Grand Tower, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Jackson County County
Grand Tower, IL
At a Glance
How Grand Tower Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grand Tower's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grand Tower a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grand Tower residents earn a median household income of $59,375 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,409. The unemployment rate stands at 7.1% (97% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,137 business establishments, including 133 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Grand Tower is $24,500 , 91% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $158,805. Median rent is $700/month, with 44.2% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
Grand Tower reports 177 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 53% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,062/100K.
Education
2.6% of adults in Grand Tower hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below the national average). 86.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Grand Tower has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.