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Poplar Grove, IL
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Poplar Grove, IL
At a Glance
How Poplar Grove Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Poplar Grove's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Poplar Grove a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Poplar Grove residents earn a median household income of $93,409 , which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,180. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 880 business establishments, including 75 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Poplar Grove is $253,500 , 10% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $268,597. Median rent is $1,443/month, with 24.7% 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 2003.
Safety & Crime
Poplar Grove reports 309 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 19% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,789/100K.
Education
25.7% of adults in Poplar Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below the national average). 94.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Poplar Grove has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.