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Shawneetown, IL
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Shawneetown, IL
At a Glance
How Shawneetown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shawneetown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shawneetown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shawneetown residents earn a median household income of $51,089 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,414. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 125 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shawneetown is $80,400 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $75,446. Median rent is $330/month, with 18.4% 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 1968.
Safety & Crime
Shawneetown reports 90 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 76% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,165/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
23.0% of adults in Shawneetown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 89.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shawneetown has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.