What are the schools like in Astoria, IL?

Astoria is served primarily by Astoria CUSD 1. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.3:1.

What is the median household income in Astoria?

The median household income in Astoria, IL is $48,365 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.7%.

What is the weather like in Astoria, IL?

Astoria has an average high temperature of 32.9°F in January and 84.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 11.8 inches.

Astoria, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Astoria, IL affordable or expensive?

Astoria's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Astoria is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $57,700 and the median rent is $602 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Astoria, IL?

Crime rate data for Astoria is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Astoria, IL a Good Place to Live?

Astoria is a small town of 1,126 in Illinois, with a median household income of $48,365 and a 4.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Astoria stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-).

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Astoria is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Astoria city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 88.6

Astoria's overall cost of living index is 88.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Astoria costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Astoria, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$57,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$602	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	71.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$48,365	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Astoria is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Astoria is served primarily by Astoria CUSD 1. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Astoria, IL	National Avg
School District	Astoria CUSD 1	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Astoria sees average highs of 32.9°F in January and 84.5°F in July, with 40.9 inches of annual precipitation and 11.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Astoria, IL
Average High — January	32.9°F
Average High — July	84.5°F
Annual Precipitation	40.9"
Annual Snowfall	11.8"

Demographics

Metric	Astoria, IL	National Avg
Population	1,126	—
Median Age	32.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	29.1%	22.2%
65 and over	12.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Astoria

Astoria, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61501

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Astoria, IL affordable or expensive?

Astoria's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Astoria roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $57,700 and median rent is $602/month.

What is the crime rate in Astoria, IL?

Crime data for Astoria is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Astoria?

Public schools in Astoria are operated by Astoria CUSD 1. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.3:1. 13.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Astoria, IL a good place to live?

Astoria, IL has a population of 1,126, a median household income of $48,365, and an unemployment rate of 4.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Astoria?

Astoria averages 32.9°F in January and 84.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.9 inches with about 11.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Astoria?

Astoria, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61501.

What is the population of Astoria?

The population of Astoria, Illinois is 1,126 with a median age of 32.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Astoria?

Key numbers for living in Astoria: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $57,700, median household income $48,365, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Astoria side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.