Murphysboro, IL
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Murphysboro, IL
At a Glance
How Murphysboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Murphysboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Murphysboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Murphysboro residents earn a median household income of $42,367 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,303. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,137 business establishments, including 133 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Murphysboro is $79,600 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $124,534. Median rent is $655/month, with 24.4% 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 1961.
Safety & Crime
Murphysboro reports 332 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 13% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,192/100K.
Education
19.4% of adults in Murphysboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 88.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Murphysboro has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches.