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Rantoul, IL Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Aiden Jimenez

Things Rantoul needs to improve

Random thought, The unemployment rate is 2.1%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

5 replies 4 upvotes best-worst
Cora Jimenez

What surprised you most about Rantoul?

Hey folks, It's a a small town city with about 12,515 people. The median home value here is around $109,200, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 14.3%, which is around average. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high ...

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detroitmind2020

Is Rantoul still affordable?

First post here. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 12,515, Rantoul is a small town. The unemployment rate is 2.1%, which is pretty low. It's a a small town city with about 12,515 people. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's ...

2 replies 15 upvotes housing
coastal_piper98

Most overrated things about Rantoul

Anyone else feel this way? You can expect to pay around $899 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

12 replies 7 upvotes best-worst
Jackson Evans

Relocating to Rantoul, IL -pros and cons?

Hey everyone, Homes are going for about $109,200 on average. Poverty rate is 14.3%, which is around average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What are your go-to spots? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's...

2 replies 9 upvotes moving
kcgirl2020

Honest thoughts on life in Rantoul

Longtime lurker here, Household incomes average around $49,821 in Rantoul. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Is this normal for Rantoul?

2 replies 14 upvotes living
coastal_piper98

What surprised you most about Rantoul?

First post here. Poverty rate is 14.3%, which is around average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Is this normal for Rantoul? Any help is appreciated. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely risi...

6 replies 12 upvotes best-worst
claire_chef

First time home buyer in Rantoul

Longtime lurker here, Born and raised here. The median home value here is around $109,200, which is actually reasonable. Median household income is $49,821, which feels on the lower side for the area. Household incomes average around $49,821 in Rantoul. You can expect to pay around $899 for rent her...

2 replies 4 upvotes housing
Skylar

How is Rantoul for outdoor activities?

Hi all, I'm a 34-year-old chef and Rent is about $899/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cheers. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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