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Wataga, IL
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Wataga, IL
At a Glance
How Wataga Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wataga's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wataga a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wataga residents earn a median household income of $57,500 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,236. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,020 business establishments, including 100 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wataga is $95,700 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $130,478. Median rent is $634/month, with 22.8% 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 1972.
Safety & Crime
Wataga reports 400 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 5% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,282/100K.
Education
12.2% of adults in Wataga hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 92.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wataga has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.