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Waterloo, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Monroe County County
Waterloo, IL
At a Glance
How Waterloo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waterloo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waterloo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waterloo residents earn a median household income of $92,005 , which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,435. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 827 business establishments, including 85 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waterloo is $237,900 , 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $321,639. Median rent is $873/month, with 27.7% 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 1992.
Safety & Crime
Waterloo reports 89 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 76% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 993/100K.
Education
36.4% of adults in Waterloo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above the national average). 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waterloo has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.