Illinois
West Frankfort is a small city in Illinois with a population of 7,156. Residents earn $48,143 per year, which is 36% below the national average.
Based on current data, West Frankfort receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. West Frankfort has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in West Frankfort is $48,143, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in West Frankfort is $72,500, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $673 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
West Frankfort is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 74 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,915 per 100,000, near the national average.
11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
West Frankfort enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,143 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,743 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $900 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,631 |
| Unemployment | 7.6% |
| 111% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.7% |
| 75% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 705 |
| County GDP | $1,362M |
| Restaurants | 88 |
| Healthcare | 60 |
| Retail | 128 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,946 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.44% |
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Work from Home | 4.6% |
| Census Median | $72,500 |
| 74% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $99,655 |
| Census Median Rent | $673 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,946 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.44% |
| Obesity | 43.9% |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.0% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 10.5% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.0% |
| Depression | 26.5% |
| Mental Distress | 22.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 12,271/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
| Total Violent | 74.2/100K |
| 80% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 74.2/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,915.5/100K |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 494.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,235.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 185.4/100K |
| Arson | 12.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.6 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 397 ft (121 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,437/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8995°N, 88.9308°W |
| County FIPS | 17055 |
Winner: Republican by 50.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.2% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 1,437/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.0 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
| Restaurants | 88 |
| Retail Stores | 128 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 23.0 min |
| Work from Home | 4.6% |