Sesser, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Perry County County
Sesser, IL
At a Glance
How Sesser Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sesser's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sesser a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sesser residents earn a median household income of $52,326 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,779. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 328 business establishments, including 43 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sesser is $79,800 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $109,177. Median rent is $703/month, with 28.6% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Sesser reports 108 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 72% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 54/100K.
Education
14.4% of adults in Sesser hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 91.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sesser has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches.