Tower Hill, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Shelby County County
Tower Hill, IL
At a Glance
How Tower Hill Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Tower Hill's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Tower Hill a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Tower Hill residents earn a median household income of $52,917 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,747. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 468 business establishments, including 42 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Tower Hill is $61,300 , 78% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $158,179. Median rent is $792/month, with 24.2% 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 1971.
Education
5.4% of adults in Tower Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below the national average). 79.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Tower Hill has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches.