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Tilton, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Vermilion County County
Tilton, IL
At a Glance
How Tilton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Tilton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Tilton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Tilton residents earn a median household income of $53,246 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,065. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,313 business establishments, including 146 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Tilton is $71,700 , 75% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $76,215. Median rent is $853/month, with 25.9% 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 1958.
Safety & Crime
Tilton reports 303 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 20% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,336/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
8.9% of adults in Tilton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below the national average). 89.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Tilton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.