Jerseyville, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Jerseyville is a small city in Illinois with a population of 7,432. Residents earn $71,623 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
7,432 Population 1,418/sq mi density
$71,623 Median Income $34,695 per capita
$124,200 Home Value $138,029 Zillow
$826 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
140 Violent Crime/100K 2,899 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$71,623 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,200 home value, $826/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
140 violent crimes/100K (63% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,623
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,200
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 140/100K
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $826
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

How Jerseyville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population7,432
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density1,418/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,623
Per Capita$34,695
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$673M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,200
Rent$826
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,029

Crime

F
Violent140/100K
Property2,899/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault93/100K
Burglary477/100K

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Elevation658 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Jerseyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jerseyville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Jerseyville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jerseyville is $71,623, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jerseyville is $124,200, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Jerseyville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,899 per 100,000, 48% above the national average.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Jerseyville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 12.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Jerseyville has a population of 7,432 with a density of 1,418 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%).

Population

7,432
Total Population
1,418
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Jerseyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jerseyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jerseyville is $71,623, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Jerseyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,623
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,695
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$72,020

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)389
County GDP$673M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare41
Retail58
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,281
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Jerseyville is $124,200, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,029.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,200
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,029
Median List Price$140,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$140,000
$/Sq Ft$119
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio96.0%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory28

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$826
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,281
51% above US avg
Effective Rate4.25%
In Jerseyville, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Jerseyville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death9,795/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access68.4%
Healthcare Facilities41
Jerseyville has a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents, 63% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,899 per 100,000 (48% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Jerseyville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent139.7/100K
63% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape34.9/100K
Robbery11.6/100K
Assault93.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,899.1/100K
48% above US avg
Burglary477.4/100K
Theft2,282.0/100K
Vehicle Theft139.7/100K
Arson69.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Jerseyville 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 is 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall12.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation658 ft (201 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density1,418/sq mi
Coordinates39.1172°N, 90.3267°W
County FIPS17083
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.3%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,418/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants54
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home9.6%

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