Marseilles, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · LaSalle County County
Marseilles, IL
At a Glance
How Marseilles Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Marseilles's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Marseilles a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Marseilles residents earn a median household income of $56,777 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,391. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,450 business establishments, including 328 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marseilles is $119,100 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $202,718. Median rent is $1,039/month, with 26.2% 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 1958.
Safety & Crime
Marseilles reports 189 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 50% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 294/100K.
Education
21.2% of adults in Marseilles hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below the national average). 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marseilles has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches.