North Pekin, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Tazewell County County
North Pekin, IL
At a Glance
How North Pekin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows North Pekin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is North Pekin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
North Pekin residents earn a median household income of $79,730 , which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,877. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,560 business establishments, including 304 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in North Pekin is $118,100 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $126,116. Median rent is $1,090/month, with 22.0% 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 1962.
Safety & Crime
North Pekin reports 140 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 63% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,731/100K.
Education
21.0% of adults in North Pekin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 90.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
North Pekin has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches.