Illinois · Metropolitan Area
Wood River is a small city in Illinois with a population of 10,315. Residents earn $65,960 per year, which is 12% below the national average.
Based on current data, Wood River receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wood River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Wood River is $65,960, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Wood River is $103,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $915 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Wood River is below the national average at 270 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,388 per 100,000, 124% above the national average.
15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Wood River enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 98.5% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.5% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $65,960 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,855 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,519 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,224 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.2% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 15,318 |
| County GDP | $40,403M |
| Restaurants | 1,029 |
| Healthcare | 2,212 |
| Retail | 810 |
| Manufacturing | 366 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,881 |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.73% |
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |
| Census Median | $103,200 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $123,855 |
| Median List Price | $127,450 |
| Median List Price | $127,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $83 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.5% |
| Price Drops | 10.0% |
| Inventory | 20 |
| Census Median Rent | $915 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,033 |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,881 |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.73% |
| Obesity | 39.3% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.6% |
| Depression | 24.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 15,768/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,212 |
| Total Violent | 270.0/100K |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 28.9/100K |
| Robbery | 96.4/100K |
| Assault | 144.7/100K |
| Total Property | 4,387.7/100K |
| 124% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 742.5/100K |
| Theft | 3,539.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 106.1/100K |
| Arson | 9.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 71 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.7°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.9 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 436 ft (133 m) |
| Area | 7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,478/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8633°N, 90.0776°W |
| County FIPS | 29510 |
Winner: Democrat by 64.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.5% |
| 54% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,478/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 16 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,212 |
| Restaurants | 1,029 |
| Retail Stores | 810 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 71 |
| Avg Commute | 25.9 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |