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Kirkwood, IL
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Kirkwood, IL
At a Glance
How Kirkwood Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kirkwood's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kirkwood a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kirkwood residents earn a median household income of $70,385 , which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,659. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 378 business establishments, including 39 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kirkwood is $89,500 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $108,496. Median rent is $850/month, with 31.0% 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 1948.
Safety & Crime
Kirkwood reports 338 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 11% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,082/100K.
Education
17.5% of adults in Kirkwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kirkwood has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.