What are the schools like in Donovan, IL?

Donovan is served primarily by Donovan CUSD 3. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.5:1.

What is the median household income in Donovan?

The median household income in Donovan, IL is $46,429 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 18.9%.

What is the weather like in Donovan, IL?

Donovan has an average high temperature of 32.7°F in January and 84.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 17.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Donovan, IL affordable or expensive?

Donovan's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Donovan is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $91,100 and the median rent is $690 per month.

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

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

Is Donovan, IL a Good Place to Live?

Donovan is a small town of 304 in Illinois, with a median household income of $46,429 and a 18.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

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

All Donovan 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: 89.8

Donovan's overall cost of living index is 89.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Donovan costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Donovan, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$91,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$690	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	72.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$46,429	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Donovan is served primarily by Donovan CUSD 3. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Donovan, IL	National Avg
School District	Donovan CUSD 3	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	8.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Donovan sees average highs of 32.7°F in January and 84.8°F in July, with 40.1 inches of annual precipitation and 17.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Donovan, IL
Average High — January	32.7°F
Average High — July	84.8°F
Annual Precipitation	40.1"
Annual Snowfall	17.1"

Demographics

Metric	Donovan, IL	National Avg
Population	304	—
Median Age	32.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	18.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	46.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	83.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	30.6%	22.2%
65 and over	7.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Iroquois, IL 4 mi Beaverville, IL 5 mi Martinton, IL 6 mi Papineau, IL 8 mi Sheldon, IL 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Donovan

Donovan, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60931

Donovan vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Donovan, IL affordable or expensive?

Donovan's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Donovan roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $91,100 and median rent is $690/month.

What is the crime rate in Donovan, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Donovan?

Public schools in Donovan are operated by Donovan CUSD 3. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1. 8.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Donovan, IL a good place to live?

Donovan, IL has a population of 304, a median household income of $46,429, and an unemployment rate of 18.9%. 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 Donovan?

Donovan averages 32.7°F in January and 84.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.1 inches with about 17.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Donovan?

Donovan, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60931.

What is the population of Donovan?

The population of Donovan, Illinois is 304 with a median age of 32.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Donovan?

Key numbers for living in Donovan: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $91,100, median household income $46,429, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Donovan side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.