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Lake Petersburg, IL
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Lake Petersburg, IL
At a Glance
How Lake Petersburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lake Petersburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lake Petersburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lake Petersburg residents earn a median household income of $124,643 , which is 66% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $67,272. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,970 business establishments, including 544 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lake Petersburg is $336,200 , 19% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $202,729. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Lake Petersburg reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 124/100K.
Education
40.6% of adults in Lake Petersburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above the national average). 98.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lake Petersburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.