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Rantoul, IL

Illinois · Champaign County · Champaign-Urbana Metro

Rantoul is a small city in Illinois with a population of 12,515. Residents earn $49,821 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
12,515 Population 1,474/sq mi density
$49,821 Median Income $25,865 per capita
$109,200 Home Value $137,015 Zillow
$899 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
253 Violent Crime/100K 2,505 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$49,821 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,200 home value, $899/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
253 violent crimes/100K (33% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $49,821
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,200
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 253/100K
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $899
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

How Rantoul Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population12,515
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density1,474/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,821
Per Capita$25,865
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$15,450M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,200
Rent$899
Ownership49.6%
Zillow$137,015
Housing Units6,080
Rent Burden25.0%

Crime

F
Violent253/100K
Property2,505/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault24/100K
Burglary458/100K

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking18.6%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation743 ft (226 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+90.6%
Graduate+6.2%
School Score5.31

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 61%
Commute19 min
Broadband82.6%
EV Stations2
Libraries11

Is Rantoul a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rantoul receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rantoul has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rantoul is $49,821, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rantoul is $109,200, 61% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $899 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Rantoul is below the national average at 253 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,505 per 100,000, 28% above the national average.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Rantoul experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rantoul has a population of 12,515 with a density of 1,474 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.4% female and 45.6% male. The city is predominantly White (49.6%), with 5.2% Hispanic, 21.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.9% of residents, while 13.1% speak Spanish. 6.5% of the population are veterans. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 89.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,515
Total Population
1,474
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
8.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Rantoul vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.9%
11% above US avg
Spanish 13.1%
2% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rantoul vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rantoul is $49,821, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,865 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,235, 14% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 4,160 business establishments, including 590 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rantoul vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,821
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,865
Avg Weekly Wage$1,235
IRS Avg AGI$79,600
Gini Index0.498 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,160
County GDP$15,450M

Business (County)

Restaurants590
Healthcare419
Retail576
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,971
128% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Rantoul is $109,200, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,015, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94.3% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $899 (23% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 49.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 6,080 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. The average annual property tax is $7,971 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,200
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$137,015
Median List Price$120,750

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$120,750
$/Sq Ft$92
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio94.3%
Price Drops11.8%
Inventory17

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$899
23% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$825
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Homeownership49.6%
Owner-Occupied49.6%
Renter-Occupied50.4%
Housing Units6,080
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,971
128% above US avg
Effective Rate7.30%
In Rantoul, 40.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 35.4% have high blood pressure. 18.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.4% report binge drinking. 28.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.2% experience frequent mental distress. 13.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:958. The dentist ratio is 1:1,497. 88.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-24)

PM2.5
8.5
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
9.1
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
4.3
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
78.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.7
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
161.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Rantoul vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.4%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Primary Care1:958
Dentists1:1,497
Mental Health1:272
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits51.4%
Premature Death7,180/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access88.1%
Healthcare Facilities419
Rantoul has a violent crime rate of 253 per 100,000 residents, 33% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 23.7 per 100,000, robbery at 110.6, rape at 118.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,505 per 100,000, 28% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,944, burglary at 458, vehicle theft at 103 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 19 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Rantoul receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Rantoul vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent252.8/100K
33% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape118.5/100K
Robbery110.6/100K
Assault23.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,504.5/100K
28% above US avg
Burglary458.2/100K
Theft1,943.6/100K
Vehicle Theft102.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
Traffic Accidents30
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Rantoul experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 743 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation743 ft (226 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.4 km²)
Population Density1,474/sq mi
Coordinates40.3026°N, 88.1549°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyChampaign County County
Nearest AirportVermilion Regional (DNV)
30 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.4"
6% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.33"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.77"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0442 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.56 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.11 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)8.2 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score90.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability30.9 / 100
Community Resilience86.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.3 on May 13, 2025.

Jun 28, 2004 12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois M4.2 143 km
Jun 17, 2021 Illinois-Indiana border region M3.8 91 km
Apr 14, 2000 4 km NW of Heritage Lake, Indiana M3.6 134 km
May 13, 2025 7 km SSW of Lerna, Illinois M3.3 106 km
Dec 17, 1990 Illinois-Indiana border region M3.2 98 km
Dec 16, 1996 3 km NNE of Terre Haute, Indiana M3.1 110 km
Apr 24, 1990 5 km SW of Newton, Illinois M2.9 150 km
Mar 15, 2025 6 km W of Dwight, Illinois M2.6 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

688 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 33 fatalities, 795 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 5, 1977 EF4 93 km 0
Mar 20, 1976 EF4 78 km 0
Mar 20, 1976 EF4 100 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 90 km 18
Apr 17, 1963 EF4 98 km 1
Nov 17, 2013 EF3 8 km 0
Nov 17, 2013 EF3 53 km 0
Jun 5, 2010 EF3 91 km 0
Apr 19, 1996 EF3 27 km 1
Apr 19, 1996 EF3 27 km 0
Apr 2, 1982 EF3 84 km 0
Jun 2, 1980 EF3 95 km 1
Mar 12, 1976 EF3 87 km 1
Aug 10, 1974 EF3 84 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 57 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 46 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 36 km 1
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 40 km 0
May 15, 1968 EF3 52 km 0
Apr 22, 1963 EF3 64 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,602 ac, 2000).

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 UNNAMED 1,602 91 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 1.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.8 in
March 40°F (4°C) 3.1 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.7 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.3 in
June 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in
July 76°F (24°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.7 in

Rantoul has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 25°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (1.8").

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Rantoul is located in Champaign County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 11.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 65% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 61.3% of the vote, a 24.1-point margin. 82.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 11 public libraries serving the community. 419 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.2%
D 61.3%

Winner: Democrat by 24.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
Traffic Accidents30
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+90.6%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
School Test Score5.31
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density1,474/sq mi
Total Area8.3 sq mi
CountyChampaign County County

Services

Broadband Access82.6%
Avg Download Speed108.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed15.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities419
Restaurants590
Retail Stores576

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home10.5%
Average costs for common services in Rantoul. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit $350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit $200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit $2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning $130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling $250 ($150–$400)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement $300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4) $600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement $200 ($100–$350)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour) $90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair $400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install $7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair $1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement $9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested) $15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense $5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation $500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation $2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full) $150 ($75–$250)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $80 ($50–$130)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread $3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb) $1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly) $85 ($50–$150)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$75)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly) $400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter $300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter $200 ($100–$400)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,340
Toddler$1,191
Preschool$1,035
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$640
Toddler$683
Preschool$613
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Champaign County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 16,021 407 $83,961 1.18
Retail Trade 9,246 520 $33,889 0.98
Accommodation & Food Services 9,017 510 $23,750 1.05
Manufacturing 7,082 156 $62,403 0.91
Construction 3,558 355 $74,012 0.72
Professional & Technical Services 3,206 440 $84,505 0.49
Administrative & Waste Services 3,057 198 $46,447 0.55
Transportation & Warehousing 2,812 123 $48,605 0.70
Finance & Insurance 2,410 216 $86,656 0.63
Other Services 2,294 402 $45,943 0.80
Wholesale Trade 2,057 146 $134,560 0.55
Information & Technology 1,820 84 $87,932 1.02
Arts & Entertainment 1,666 68 $21,468 1.05
Real Estate 1,452 209 $57,331 0.99
Educational Services 978 72 $32,224 0.50
Agriculture & Forestry 371 62 $64,684 0.48
Utilities 192 6 $108,694 0.53
Management of Companies 97 8 $150,369 0.06
Mining & Oil/Gas 15 4 $57,646 0.04
Unclassified 4 3 $26,408 0.03

Schools in Rantoul

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rantoul Twp High School High 848 64 13.3:1
J W Eater Jr High School Middle 516 45 11.5:1
Pleasant Acres Elem School Elementary 369 24 15.4:1
Eastlawn Elem School Elementary 315 23 13.7:1
Northview Elem School Elementary 251 20 12.6:1
Broadmeadow Elem School Elementary 225 22 10.2:1
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Radio Stations near Rantoul

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WEFT 90.1 East Central Illinois Community Radio MP3 128 kbps
Pizza FM college radio MP3 128 kbps
WILL-AM 580 Urbana, IL news, npr AAC+ 24 kbps
WILL FM classical, npr AAC+ 24 kbps
WPGU alternative, college AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Rantoul

5 national parks and monuments found near Rantoul.

ParkTypeFee
Fox Ridge State Park State Park Free
Matthiessen State Park State Park Free
Spitler Woods State Park Free
Turkey Run State Park State Park Free
Unknown Park State Park Free

Museums in Rantoul

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ORPHEUM CHILDREN'S SCIENCE MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM$233,322
EARLY AMERICAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM950 N LOMBARD ST2175862612$183,161
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICTARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2573 S HOMER LAKE ROAD2178962455
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION2173561010
CHANUTE AIR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2178931613
CHICAGO & EASTERN ILLINOIS RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2177597747
FORD COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2173793650
FRASCA AIR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1402 AIRPORT RD2173678441
GALLERY 400ART MUSEUM3129966114
GARDENS AT ALLERTON PARKARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2173333287
IL TRANSPORTATION ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESEARCHGENERAL MUSEUM
ILLINOIS CENTRAL RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION250 N MARKET ST2173792261
ILLINOIS HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION2173595600
JANE ADDAMS' HULL-HOUSE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION3124135353
KRANNERT ART MUSEUM AND KINKEAD PAVILIONART MUSEUM2173331861
MABERY GELVIN BOTANICAL GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER506 N LOMBARD
MILITARY AVIATION HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM2173698492
MUSEUM OF GRAND PRAIRIEGENERAL MUSEUM2175862612
MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORYNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
PARKLAND ART GALLERYART MUSEUM2400 W BRADLEY AVENUE2173512485
PARKLAND COLLEGE ART GALLERYART MUSEUM2173512485
RANTOUL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUSA ARCHIVES AND CENTER FOR AMERICAN MUSICGENERAL MUSEUM2172449309
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2173337579
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS CONSERVATORY AND PLANT COLLECTIONARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2173337857
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS SPRINGFIELD VISUAL ARTS GALLERYART MUSEUM2172066506
URBANA PARK DISTRICT / ANITA PURVES NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1505 NORTH BROADWAY2173844062
WILLIAM M. STAERKEL PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
WILLIAM R. AND CLARICE V. SPURLOCK MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2173332360

Libraries in Rantoul

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CHAMPAIGN PUBLIC LIBRARY200 WEST GREEN STREET0.0953,440
THE URBANA FREE LIBRARY210 WEST GREEN STREET0.0415,523
MAHOMET PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT1702 EAST OAK STREET0.080,719
RANTOUL PUBLIC LIBRARY106 WEST FLESSNER AVENUE0.074,349
MOYER DISTRICT LIBRARY618 S. SANGAMON AVE.0.059,000
ST. JOSEPH TOWNSHIP-SWEARINGEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY201 NORTH THIRD STREET0.021,331
PAXTON CARNEGIE LIBRARY254 SOUTH MARKET STREET0.017,392
OGDEN ROSE PUBLIC LIBRARY103 WEST MAIN STREET0.07,540
A. HERR SMITH & E.E. SMITH LIBRARY105 EAST ADAMS STREET0.03,287
GARWOOD VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY512 ARTHUR ST0.01,254

Farmers Markets in Rantoul

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Country Fair Farmers Market In Champaign229 Mattis Ave.06/19/2013 to 10/30/2013Wed: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Farmers Market on Historic North 1st StreetNorth 1st Street
First Market in MahometIL-47 & E Main St.Visit
Gibson City Farmers Market126 N. SangamonVisit
Paxton Farmers Market249 North Market StreetVisit
Rantoul Farmer's Market120 E. Sangamon Ave.June to OctoberFri:7:00 AM - 12:00 PM;
The Land Connection Champaign Farmers' Market310-330 N. Neil05/03/2016 to 10/25/2016Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Urbana's Market at the Square400 South Vine StreetMay to NovemberSat:7:00 AM - 12:00 PM;YesVisit

Hotels in Rantoul

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Restaurants in Rantoul

15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

19th Hole Bar & Grill
Agave Mexican Restaurant
Asian Bowl Express
Casa Amigos Mexican Restaurant
China Express
ET's
Flavor Fusion
La Puerta del Sol
Lanee's Grill
Los Patrones Mexican Bar & Grill
Monical's Pizza
Ott's Drive In
Red Wheel Restaurant
Taste of Thai
We Got Fries

Cafes in Rantoul

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kino's Coffee
Starbucks

Clinics in Rantoul

5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carle Rantoul
Champaign-Urbana Public Health District
Christie Clinic
OSF OnCall Urgent Care
Pregnancy Resource Center

Dentists in Rantoul

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Angel Smiles Dental Center
CUDentists, Ltd.
Hess Dentistry

Veterinaries in Rantoul

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rantoul Veterinary Clinic

Train Stations in Rantoul

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rantoul

Gas Stations in Rantoul

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store
Casey's General Store
Circle K
Circle K
Fast Stop

Banks in Rantoul

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Rantoul
Busey Bank
Community Plus Federal Credit Union
Credit Union 1
First Mid Bank & Trust
Woodforest National Bank

Gyms in Rantoul

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Forum Fitness Center

Golf Courses in Rantoul

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brookhill Golf Course
Willow Pond Golf Course

Breweries in Rantoul

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Angie's HomesteadCocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Restaurants & Bars, recreation, Coc306 S Main St2175687554Visit
Destihl Restaurant & Brew Workslandsacping, Champaign, IL, Champaign, local businesses, Brewery, American Restaurant, and Bar, Atto301 N Neil St2173560301Visit
Joe's BreweryBars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries706 S Fifth St2173841790
Last CallCocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Bars / Taverns, Penfield, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Restauran105 Main St2175955400Visit
The Blind Pig BreweryBrewery and Bar120 N Neil St2173985133Visit

Pharmacies in Rantoul

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 6933 1205 EAST GROVE AVENUE 217-892-8890
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1093 845 BROADMEADOW ROAD 217-892-9171
WALGREENS - 9965 220 SOUTH CENTURY BOULEVARD 217-892-8415

Cell Towers in Rantoul

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2103 SR 9 (170979)GTOWER88
301 EAST 200 NORTH (15494)LTOWER79
301 EAST 200 NORTH (15494)LTOWER79
204 N. 1900 E Rd. (15495)LTOWER74
204 N. 1900 E Rd. (15495)LTOWER74
1680 COUNTY ROAD 3300 NORTH (16572)LTOWER71
1680 COUNTY ROAD 3300 NORTH (16572)LTOWER71
(Gifford) 5,500' NE OF STATE ROUTE 136 AND MAIN AVE.LTOWER60
640 NORTH 600 EAST ROAD (72539)LTOWER60
640 NORTH 600 EAST ROAD (72539)LTOWER60
(Gifford) 5,500' NE OF STATE ROUTE 136 AND MAIN AVE.LTOWER60
3151 COUNTY ROAD 500 EAST (66429)LTOWER59
3151 COUNTY ROAD 500 EAST (66429)LTOWER59
NORTHEAST CORNER OF COUNTY ROAD 2350 & I-74 (66428)LTOWER58
NORTHEAST CORNER OF COUNTY ROAD 2350 & I-74 (66428)LTOWER58
2377 COUNTY ROAD 3000 NORTH (66425)LTOWER50
2377 COUNTY ROAD 3000 NORTH (66425)LTOWER50
TOWNSHIP ROAD 700 & WINDSOR ROAD (66430)LTOWER44
TOWNSHIP ROAD 700 & WINDSOR ROAD (66430)LTOWER44

Fire Stations in Rantoul

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Rantoul Fire and Rescue333 S Tanner STVolunteer217-893-5685

Power Plants Near Rantoul

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
RANTOUL SOLARSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-88.1OP
RANTOULPETROLEUM LIQUIDS221112-88.2OP

Bridges in Rantoul

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19703621,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196920011,250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196920010,550F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196815610,550F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196815610,550F
CulvertConcrete1996257,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1986843,750F
SlabConcrete2012761,250G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19771281,100G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197470350P
Channel BeamConcrete197454200F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198492175G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197445150G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199089125G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199537125F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1980116125G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198875125G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198338125G
Channel BeamConcrete198286125G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1969229125F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197945100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1968229100F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198457100G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199837100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1969220100F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199147100G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20024875G
Channel BeamConcrete19773875F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19973175P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19868175G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19003450P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19954850G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19849050P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19866150G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19804550G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19838350G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19945525F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198810425G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19824925P
Channel BeamConcrete19773825G
SlabConcrete201682G

Amtrak Stations in Rantoul

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Champaign-Urbana, IL45 East University AvenueTRAIN
Rantoul, ILEast Grove Ave and North Kentucky Ave.TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Rantoul

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CHANUTE AIR FORCE BASE1 AVIATION CTR DRCHAMPAIGN

Airports Near Rantoul

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Decatur AirportDECMedium Airport
University of Illinois Willard AirportCMIMedium Airport
Adams Restricted Landing Area Number 1Small Airport
Adams Restricted Landing Area Number 2Small Airport
Adkisson AirportSmall Airport
Aero Acres AirportSmall Airport
Alms Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Antique AerodromeSmall Airport
Bakers StripSmall Airport
Berns AirportSmall Airport
Braden Farms AirportSmall Airport
Busboom RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
C D Maulding AirportSmall Airport
Cast AirportSmall Airport
Cooch Landing Area AirportSmall Airport
Corman Acres AirportSmall Airport
Davis Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Day Aero-Place AirportSmall Airport
Dean Schwenk RLA AirportSmall Airport
Dietchweiler AirportSmall Airport
Durbin AirportSmall Airport
Edgar County AirportSmall Airport
Enjoy FieldSmall Airport
Ficklin-Airtech AirportSmall Airport
Flying Illini AirportSmall Airport
Frasca FieldSmall Airport
Gaitros STOL AirportSmall Airport
Gessie AirportSmall Airport
Hasselbring AirportSmall Airport
Hendrix AirportSmall Airport
Hildreth Air ParkSmall Airport
John Scharff AirportSmall Airport
Justus AirportSmall Airport
Kentland Municipal AirportKKTSmall Airport
Leak AirportSmall Airport
Liannimal's LandingSmall Airport
Litchfield Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Loy AirportSmall Airport
Martin RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Marvin D Bradd AirportSmall Airport
Mayhall AirportSmall Airport
Mays Aviation AirportSmall Airport
McCulley AirportSmall Airport
Melody FieldSmall Airport
Niklaus RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
P.J. Killian AirportSmall Airport
Paul E. Kroenlein AirportSmall Airport
Paxton AirportSmall Airport
Pontiac Flying/Cooksville AirportSmall Airport
Pontiac Municipal AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Rantoul

12 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Champaign County Sheriff
Champaign County Sheriff's Office204 East Main Street
Champaign Police Department82 East University Avenue
Division of Public Safety1110 West Springfield Avenue
Fisher Police Department100 East School Street
Ford County Sheriff235 North American Street
Green Street Substation505 East Green Street
Paxton Police Department
Rantoul Police Department109 East Grove Avenue
Thomasboro Village Police Department
UIUC Police State Farm Center
Urbana Police Department400 South Vine Street

Grocery Stores in Rantoul

14 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Casey's General Store 2021Convenience Store500 S Century Blvd
Casey's General Store 2930Convenience Store300 S Century Blvd
Circle K 4701430Convenience Store1295 E Grove Ave
Circle K 4701445Convenience Store220 S Murray Rd
County Market 568Super Store1201 E Grove Ave
CVS Pharmacy 6933Other1205 E Grove Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 4590Other409 E Champaign Ave
Dollar Tree 5114Other212 TWIN LAKES DR
El Mercadito Mexican Store N/AGrocery Store107 N Garrard St
El Progreso DiscountsGrocery Store304 E Sangamon Ave
Family Dollar 1248Other1227 E Grove Ave
Rantoul Farmers MarketFarmers and Markets200 E Congress Ave
Walgreens 9965Other220 S Century Blvd
Walmart Supercenter 1093Super Store845 Broadmeadow Rd

Treatment Centers in Rantoul

8 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Behavioral Wellness CenterBoth217-784-4540
Carle Addiction Recovery CenterSubstance Abuse217-383-6039
Cunningham Childrens HomeMental Health217-367-3728
Pavilion Behavioral Health SystemBoth217-373-1700
Recovery Concepts Urbana LLCSubstance Abuse217-600-7165
Rosecrance Inc - MorelandBoth815-391-1000
Rosecrance Inc - North WalnutBoth815-391-1000
Terrapin Staton Sober Living NFPSubstance Abuse847-436-5905

DOL Wage Violations in Rantoul

6 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $33,013 in back wages owed to 35 employees.

6
Violations
$33,013
Back Wages Owed
35
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Sol Azteca 61866 1 $27,000 $2,455 11
Rantoul School District 137 61866 1 $2,881 $240 12
Victor Herrington Drywall 61866 1 $2,091 $299 7
Garcia's Pizza In A Pan 61866 1 $538 $179 3
Prairie Village 61866 1 $379 $379 1
Little Wings Childhood Development Center 61866 1 $124 $124 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rantoul

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BETHANY PARK CHRISTIAN CHURCH1401 E GROVE AVE
CHRISTIAN LIFE CHURCHPO BOX 960
EXCEED CHURCHPO BOX 5495
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH401 GLENWOOD DR
RANTOUL COMMUNITY CHURCH400
RHEMA HOLY TEMPLE OF GODPO BOX 5215
SEEK & FIND MINISTRIESPO BOX 5352
WORD ALIVE FELLOWSHIP INCPO BOX 543

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rantoul

What is the population of Rantoul?

Rantoul has a population of 12,515 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,474 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.4% female and 45.6% male.

Is Rantoul expensive to live in?

Rantoul has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $49,821, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $109,200 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $899 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rantoul safe?

Rantoul is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 253 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,505 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Rantoul receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rantoul?

Rantoul has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Rantoul?

The job market in Rantoul is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,235. There are 4,160 business establishments in the area, including 590 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 10.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rantoul?

The median home value in Rantoul is $109,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,015. For renters, the median monthly rent is $899. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 49.6%. The average annual property tax is $7,971.

How are the schools in Rantoul?

Schools in Rantoul score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.9% of adults in Rantoul hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Rantoul?

The obesity rate in Rantoul is 40.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.6% of adults are smokers. 28.9% are physically inactive. 24.1% of residents report depression. 13.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 88.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:958.

What is transportation like in Rantoul?

The average commute in Rantoul is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 74.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rantoul?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rantoul is 49.6% White, 21.3% Black or African American, 5.2% Hispanic or Latino. 86.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.1% speak Spanish. 6.5% of the population are military veterans. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 89.9% have health insurance coverage.

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