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Pocahontas, IL
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Pocahontas, IL
At a Glance
How Pocahontas Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pocahontas's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pocahontas a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pocahontas residents earn a median household income of $48,250 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,269. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 320 business establishments, including 31 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pocahontas is $91,200 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $87,186. Median rent is $750/month, with 26.4% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Pocahontas reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 0/100K.
Education
11.2% of adults in Pocahontas hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 83.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pocahontas has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.