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McLeansboro, IL
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McLeansboro, IL
At a Glance
How McLeansboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows McLeansboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is McLeansboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
McLeansboro residents earn a median household income of $46,589 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,281. The unemployment rate stands at 0.6% (83% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 210 business establishments, including 6 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in McLeansboro is $72,200 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $103,755. Median rent is $548/month, with 21.1% 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
McLeansboro reports 145 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,377/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
18.1% of adults in McLeansboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below the national average). 88.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
McLeansboro 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 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.