Vandalia, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Bond County County
Vandalia, IL
At a Glance
How Vandalia Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Vandalia's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Vandalia a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Vandalia residents earn a median household income of $43,184 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,708. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 320 business establishments, including 31 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Vandalia is $88,800 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $133,370. Median rent is $738/month, with 25.0% 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 1952.
Safety & Crime
Vandalia reports 41 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 89% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,187/100K.
Education
10.9% of adults in Vandalia hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below the national average). 84.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Vandalia has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches.