Pontiac, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Livingston County County
Pontiac, IL
At a Glance
How Pontiac Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pontiac's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pontiac a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pontiac residents earn a median household income of $59,579 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,792. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 865 business establishments, including 80 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pontiac is $110,200 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $161,537. Median rent is $818/month, with 24.0% 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 1965.
Safety & Crime
Pontiac reports 237 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 38% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,360/100K.
Education
16.1% of adults in Pontiac hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 85.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pontiac has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches.