What are the schools like in Carrollton, IL?

Carrollton is served primarily by Carrollton CUSD 1. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.2:1.

What is the median household income in Carrollton?

The median household income in Carrollton, IL is $63,026 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.7%.

What is the weather like in Carrollton, IL?

Carrollton has an average high temperature of 35.4°F in January and 85.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 18.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Carrollton, IL affordable or expensive?

Carrollton's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Carrollton is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $108,900 and the median rent is $845 per month.

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

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

Is Carrollton, IL a Good Place to Live?

Carrollton is a small town of 2,546 in Illinois, with a median household income of $63,026 and a 1.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

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

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

All Carrollton 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: 92.3

Carrollton's overall cost of living index is 92.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Carrollton costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Carrollton, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$108,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$845	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$63,026	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Carrollton is served primarily by Carrollton CUSD 1. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Carrollton, IL	National Avg
School District	Carrollton CUSD 1	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Carrollton sees average highs of 35.4°F in January and 85.6°F in July, with 39.6 inches of annual precipitation and 18.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Carrollton, IL
Average High — January	35.4°F
Average High — July	85.6°F
Annual Precipitation	39.6"
Annual Snowfall	18.2"

Demographics

Metric	Carrollton, IL	National Avg
Population	2,546	—
Median Age	38.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.8%	6.3%
Under 18	25.3%	22.2%
65 and over	19.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Carrollton

Carrollton, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62016

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carrollton, IL affordable or expensive?

Carrollton's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Carrollton roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $108,900 and median rent is $845/month.

What is the crime rate in Carrollton, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Carrollton?

Public schools in Carrollton are operated by Carrollton CUSD 1. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1. 17.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Carrollton, IL a good place to live?

Carrollton, IL has a population of 2,546, a median household income of $63,026, and an unemployment rate of 1.7%. 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 Carrollton?

Carrollton averages 35.4°F in January and 85.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.6 inches with about 18.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Carrollton?

Carrollton, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62016.

What is the population of Carrollton?

The population of Carrollton, Illinois is 2,546 with a median age of 38.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Carrollton?

Key numbers for living in Carrollton: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $108,900, median household income $63,026, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Carrollton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.