Jerseyville, IL
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Jerseyville, IL
At a Glance
How Jerseyville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jerseyville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jerseyville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jerseyville residents earn a median household income of $71,623 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,695. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 389 business establishments, including 54 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jerseyville is $124,200 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $148,283. Median rent is $826/month, with 25.4% 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 1961.
Safety & Crime
Jerseyville reports 85 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,626/100K.
Education
19.2% of adults in Jerseyville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below the national average). 89.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.