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Lerna, IL
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Lerna, IL
At a Glance
How Lerna Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lerna's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lerna a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lerna residents earn a median household income of $48,750 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,162. The unemployment rate stands at 8.6% (139% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,032 business establishments, including 124 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lerna is $80,800 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $187,223. Median rent is $800/month, with 25.5% 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 1957.
Safety & Crime
Lerna reports 371 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 2% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,687/100K.
Education
11.2% of adults in Lerna hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 93.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lerna has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.