Marengo, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · McHenry County County
Marengo, IL
At a Glance
How Marengo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Marengo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Marengo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Marengo residents earn a median household income of $72,586 , which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,638. The unemployment rate stands at 8.8% (144% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,928 business establishments, including 645 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marengo is $206,100 , 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $366,265. Median rent is $1,077/month, with 33.7% 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 1972.
Safety & Crime
Marengo reports 144 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 734/100K.
Education
16.5% of adults in Marengo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below the national average). 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marengo has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.