Iroquois, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Newton County County
Iroquois, IL
At a Glance
How Iroquois Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Iroquois's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Iroquois a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Iroquois residents earn a median household income of $54,500 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,126. The unemployment rate stands at 6.6% (83% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 291 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Iroquois is $95,200 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $81,748. Median rent is $850/month, with 32.5% 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 1938.
Education
7.9% of adults in Iroquois hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below the national average). 97.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Iroquois has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches.