Seneca, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Grundy County County
Seneca, IL
At a Glance
How Seneca Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Seneca's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Seneca a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Seneca residents earn a median household income of $91,065 , which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,714. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,204 business establishments, including 130 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Seneca is $206,400 , 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $257,585. Median rent is $988/month, with 21.3% 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
Seneca reports 130 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 66% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 565/100K.
Education
12.9% of adults in Seneca hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 94.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Seneca has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches.