Prairie du Rocher, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Monroe County County
Prairie du Rocher, IL
At a Glance
How Prairie du Rocher Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Prairie du Rocher's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Prairie du Rocher a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Prairie du Rocher residents earn a median household income of $60,313 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,588. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 827 business establishments, including 85 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Prairie du Rocher is $85,400 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $155,203. Median rent is $713/month, with 27.8% 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 1961.
Education
12.6% of adults in Prairie du Rocher hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Prairie du Rocher has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches.