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Machesney Park, IL
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Machesney Park, IL
At a Glance
How Machesney Park Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Machesney Park's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Machesney Park a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Machesney Park residents earn a median household income of $74,244 , which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,709. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,870 business establishments, including 623 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Machesney Park is $162,500 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $196,811. Median rent is $1,109/month, with 26.7% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Machesney Park reports 248 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 35% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,850/100K. The murder rate is 8.9/100K.
Education
18.1% of adults in Machesney Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below the national average). 91.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Machesney Park has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.