What are the schools like in Camp Point, IL?

Camp Point is served primarily by Central CUSD 3. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.0:1.

What is the median household income in Camp Point?

The median household income in Camp Point, IL is $49,479 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.

What is the weather like in Camp Point, IL?

Camp Point has an average high temperature of 33.8°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Camp Point, IL affordable or expensive?

Camp Point's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Camp Point is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $104,100 and the median rent is $672 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Camp Point, IL?

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

Is Camp Point, IL a Good Place to Live?

Camp Point is a small town of 1,399 in Illinois, with a median household income of $49,479 and a 2.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

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

All Camp Point 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: 90.2

Camp Point's overall cost of living index is 90.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Camp Point costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Camp Point, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$104,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$672	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	66.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$49,479	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Camp Point is served primarily by Central CUSD 3. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Camp Point, IL	National Avg
School District	Central CUSD 3	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	21.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Camp Point sees average highs of 33.8°F in January and 86.5°F in July, with 36.4 inches of annual precipitation and 24.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Camp Point, IL
Average High — January	33.8°F
Average High — July	86.5°F
Annual Precipitation	36.4"
Annual Snowfall	24.1"

Demographics

Metric	Camp Point, IL	National Avg
Population	1,399	—
Median Age	36.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	32.5%	22.2%
65 and over	19.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Camp Point

Camp Point, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62320

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Camp Point, IL affordable or expensive?

Camp Point's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Camp Point roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $104,100 and median rent is $672/month.

What is the crime rate in Camp Point, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Camp Point?

Public schools in Camp Point are operated by Central CUSD 3. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.0:1. 21.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Camp Point, IL a good place to live?

Camp Point, IL has a population of 1,399, a median household income of $49,479, and an unemployment rate of 2.5%. 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 Camp Point?

Camp Point averages 33.8°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 36.4 inches with about 24.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Camp Point?

Camp Point, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62320.

What is the population of Camp Point?

The population of Camp Point, Illinois is 1,399 with a median age of 36.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Camp Point?

Key numbers for living in Camp Point: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $104,100, median household income $49,479, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Camp Point side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.