Riverton, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Sangamon County County
Riverton, IL
At a Glance
How Riverton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Riverton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Riverton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Riverton residents earn a median household income of $75,527 , which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,233. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,970 business establishments, including 544 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Riverton is $140,000 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $198,143. Median rent is $1,035/month, with 27.3% 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 1976.
Safety & Crime
Riverton reports 260 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 31% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,012/100K.
Education
12.2% of adults in Riverton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Riverton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.