What are the schools like in Augusta, IL?

Augusta is served primarily by Southeastern CUSD 337. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.9:1.

What is the median household income in Augusta?

The median household income in Augusta, IL is $38,656 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.0%.

What is the weather like in Augusta, IL?

Augusta has an average high temperature of 33.8°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Augusta, IL affordable or expensive?

Augusta's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Augusta is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $69,100 and the median rent is $591 per month.

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

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

Is Augusta, IL a Good Place to Live?

Augusta is a small town of 690 in Illinois, with a median household income of $38,656 and a 8.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Augusta stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Augusta is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Augusta 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: 87.2

Augusta's overall cost of living index is 87.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Augusta costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Augusta, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$69,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$591	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$38,656	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Augusta is served primarily by Southeastern CUSD 337. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Augusta, IL	National Avg
School District	Southeastern CUSD 337	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Augusta sees average highs of 33.8°F in January and 86.5°F in July, with 40.2 inches of annual precipitation and 24.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Augusta, IL
Average High — January	33.8°F
Average High — July	86.5°F
Annual Precipitation	40.2"
Annual Snowfall	24.1"

Demographics

Metric	Augusta, IL	National Avg
Population	690	—
Median Age	37.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	30.3%	22.2%
65 and over	14.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Augusta

Augusta, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62311

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Augusta, IL affordable or expensive?

Augusta's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Augusta roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $69,100 and median rent is $591/month.

What is the crime rate in Augusta, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Augusta?

Public schools in Augusta are operated by Southeastern CUSD 337. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1. 19.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Augusta, IL a good place to live?

Augusta, IL has a population of 690, a median household income of $38,656, and an unemployment rate of 8.0%. 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 Augusta?

Augusta averages 33.8°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.2 inches with about 24.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Augusta?

Augusta, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62311.

What is the population of Augusta?

The population of Augusta, Illinois is 690 with a median age of 37.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Augusta?

Key numbers for living in Augusta: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $69,100, median household income $38,656, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Augusta side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.