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Stronghurst, IL
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Stronghurst, IL
At a Glance
How Stronghurst Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Stronghurst's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Stronghurst a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Stronghurst residents earn a median household income of $80,556 , which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,821. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 143 business establishments, including 10 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Stronghurst is $104,400 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $95,090. Median rent is $929/month, with 23.1% 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
Stronghurst reports 167 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 56% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,674/100K.
Education
19.4% of adults in Stronghurst hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Stronghurst has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.