All Countries
Zeigler, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Jackson County County
Zeigler, IL
At a Glance
How Zeigler Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Zeigler's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Zeigler a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Zeigler residents earn a median household income of $39,148 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,395. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,137 business establishments, including 133 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Zeigler is $52,000 , 82% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $55,516. Median rent is $694/month, with 29.0% 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 1943.
Safety & Crime
Zeigler reports 85 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,989/100K.
Education
10.0% of adults in Zeigler hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 87.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Zeigler has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.