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Makanda, IL
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Makanda, IL
At a Glance
How Makanda Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Makanda's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Makanda a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Makanda residents earn a median household income of $72,083 , which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,225. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 329 business establishments, including 41 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Makanda is $241,300 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $188,579. Median rent is $911/month, with 16.9% 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 1992.
Safety & Crime
Makanda reports 177 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 53% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,062/100K.
Education
60.8% of adults in Makanda hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% above the national average). 97.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Makanda has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.