What are the schools like in Dalzell, IL?

Dalzell is served primarily by Dalzell SD 98. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 6.5:1.

What is the median household income in Dalzell?

The median household income in Dalzell, IL is $69,219 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.6%.

What is the weather like in Dalzell, IL?

Dalzell has an average high temperature of 30.0°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Dalzell, IL affordable or expensive?

Dalzell's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Dalzell is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $148,900 and the median rent is $867 per month.

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

Dalzell has a violent crime rate of 3.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 502.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Dalzell, IL a Good Place to Live?

Dalzell is a small town of 682 in Illinois, with a median household income of $69,219 and a 6.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

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

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

All Dalzell 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: 94.0

Dalzell's overall cost of living index is 94.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Dalzell costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Dalzell, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$148,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$867	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	83.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$69,219	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Dalzell's violent crime rate is 3.1 per 100,000 residents — 99% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

3.1 /100k

Property Crime

502.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Dalzell is served primarily by Dalzell SD 98. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Dalzell, IL	National Avg
School District	Dalzell SD 98	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	6.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Dalzell sees average highs of 30.0°F in January and 84.0°F in July, with 38.0 inches of annual precipitation and 28.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Dalzell, IL
Average High — January	30.0°F
Average High — July	84.0°F
Annual Precipitation	38.0"
Annual Snowfall	28.5"

Demographics

Metric	Dalzell, IL	National Avg
Population	682	—
Median Age	41.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	17.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	25.4%	22.2%
65 and over	23.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Dalzell

Dalzell, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61320

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dalzell, IL affordable or expensive?

Dalzell's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Dalzell roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $148,900 and median rent is $867/month.

What is the crime rate in Dalzell, IL?

Dalzell's violent crime rate is 3.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 502.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Dalzell?

Public schools in Dalzell are operated by Dalzell SD 98. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.5:1. 19.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Dalzell, IL a good place to live?

Dalzell, IL has a population of 682, a median household income of $69,219, and an unemployment rate of 6.6%. 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 Dalzell?

Dalzell averages 30.0°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.0 inches with about 28.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Dalzell?

Dalzell, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61320.

What is the population of Dalzell?

The population of Dalzell, Illinois is 682 with a median age of 41.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Dalzell?

Key numbers for living in Dalzell: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $148,900, median household income $69,219, crime index 10 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Dalzell side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.