Illinois
Zeigler is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,325. Residents earn $39,148 per year, which is 48% below the national average.
Based on current data, Zeigler receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Zeigler offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Zeigler is $39,148, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Zeigler is $52,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $694 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Zeigler enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches, including 11.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $39,148 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,395 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,085 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,530 |
| Unemployment | 5.5% |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,137 |
| County GDP | $3,297M |
| Restaurants | 133 |
| Healthcare | 182 |
| Retail | 177 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,688 |
| 91% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 12.86% |
| Commute Time | 28.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
| Census Median | $52,000 |
| 82% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $55,516 |
| Census Median Rent | $694 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,688 |
| 91% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 12.86% |
| Obesity | 41.0% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.5% |
| Depression | 25.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,751/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 182 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.7 inches |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 11.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 405 ft (123 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 974/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9057°N, 89.0533°W |
| County FIPS | 17077 |
Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.0% |
| 70% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 974/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.4 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 182 |
| Restaurants | 133 |
| Retail Stores | 177 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 28.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |