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Niantic, IL
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Niantic, IL
At a Glance
How Niantic Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Niantic's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Niantic a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Niantic residents earn a median household income of $64,009 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,339. The unemployment rate stands at 8.5% (136% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 706 business establishments, including 80 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Niantic is $111,700 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $125,243. Median rent is $1,000/month, with 37.5% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Niantic reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 337/100K.
Education
10.0% of adults in Niantic hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 89.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Niantic has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.