All Countries
West Brooklyn, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Lee County County
West Brooklyn, IL
At a Glance
How West Brooklyn Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Brooklyn's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Brooklyn a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Brooklyn residents earn a median household income of $76,250 , which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,718. The unemployment rate stands at 1.0% (72% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 692 business establishments, including 79 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Brooklyn is $109,800 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $275,117. Median rent is $1,313/month, with 17.0% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
West Brooklyn reports 137 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,517/100K.
Education
34.4% of adults in West Brooklyn hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above the national average). 84.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Brooklyn has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.