Scales Mound, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Jo Daviess County County
Scales Mound, IL
At a Glance
How Scales Mound Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Scales Mound's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Scales Mound a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Scales Mound residents earn a median household income of $66,765 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,585. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 742 business establishments, including 92 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Scales Mound is $158,000 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $221,118. Median rent is $774/month, with 15.3% 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 1938.
Education
15.4% of adults in Scales Mound hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 95.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Scales Mound has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.