Virden, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Sangamon County County
Virden, IL
At a Glance
How Virden Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Virden's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Virden a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Virden residents earn a median household income of $78,750 , which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,962. The unemployment rate stands at 8.9% (147% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,970 business establishments, including 544 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Virden is $98,800 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $124,504. Median rent is $785/month, with 19.0% 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
Virden reports 445 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 17% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,461/100K.
Education
12.9% of adults in Virden hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Virden has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.