What are the schools like in Cairo, IL?

Cairo is served primarily by Cairo USD 1. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.5:1.

What is the median household income in Cairo?

The median household income in Cairo, IL is $31,429 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 16.2%.

What is the weather like in Cairo, IL?

Cairo has an average high temperature of 43.4°F in January and 88.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 7.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Cairo, IL affordable or expensive?

Cairo's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Cairo is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $33,100 and the median rent is N/A per month.

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

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

Is Cairo, IL a Good Place to Live?

Cairo is a small town of 1,510 in Illinois, with a median household income of $31,429 and a 16.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

Strengths: Cairo stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

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

All Cairo 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: 86.3

Cairo's overall cost of living index is 86.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Cairo costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Cairo, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$33,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	65.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$31,429	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Cairo is served primarily by Cairo USD 1. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Cairo, IL	National Avg
School District	Cairo USD 1	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	79.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Cairo sees average highs of 43.4°F in January and 88.7°F in July, with 51.0 inches of annual precipitation and 7.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Cairo, IL
Average High — January	43.4°F
Average High — July	88.7°F
Annual Precipitation	51.0"
Annual Snowfall	7.2"

Demographics

Metric	Cairo, IL	National Avg
Population	1,510	—
Median Age	42.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	16.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	23.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	73.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.0%	22.2%
65 and over	24.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Wyatt, MO 3 mi Mound City, IL 6 mi Wilson City, MO 6 mi Wickliffe, KY 6 mi Mounds, IL 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Cairo

Cairo, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62914

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cairo, IL affordable or expensive?

Cairo's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Cairo roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $33,100 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Cairo, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Cairo?

Public schools in Cairo are operated by Cairo USD 1. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1. 13.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Cairo, IL a good place to live?

Cairo, IL has a population of 1,510, a median household income of $31,429, and an unemployment rate of 16.2%. 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 Cairo?

Cairo averages 43.4°F in January and 88.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.0 inches with about 7.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Cairo?

Cairo, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62914.

What is the population of Cairo?

The population of Cairo, Illinois is 1,510 with a median age of 42.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Cairo?

Key numbers for living in Cairo: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $33,100, median household income $31,429, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Cairo side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.