What are the schools like in Greenview, IL?

Greenview is served primarily by Greenview CUSD 200. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.5:1.

What is the median household income in Greenview?

The median household income in Greenview, IL is $66,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.7%.

What is the weather like in Greenview, IL?

Greenview has an average high temperature of 34.4°F in January and 85.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 15.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Greenview, IL affordable or expensive?

Greenview's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Greenview is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $84,200 and the median rent is $620 per month.

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

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

Is Greenview, IL a Good Place to Live?

Greenview is a small town of 953 in Illinois, with a median household income of $66,250 and a 5.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

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

All Greenview 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: 90.5

Greenview's overall cost of living index is 90.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Greenview costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Greenview, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$84,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$620	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	79.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$66,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Greenview is served primarily by Greenview CUSD 200. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Greenview, IL	National Avg
School District	Greenview CUSD 200	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Greenview sees average highs of 34.4°F in January and 85.5°F in July, with 37.6 inches of annual precipitation and 15.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Greenview, IL
Average High — January	34.4°F
Average High — July	85.5°F
Annual Precipitation	37.6"
Annual Snowfall	15.2"

Demographics

Metric	Greenview, IL	National Avg
Population	953	—
Median Age	41.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.2%	6.3%
Under 18	23.8%	22.2%
65 and over	15.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Greenview

Greenview, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62642

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greenview, IL affordable or expensive?

Greenview's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Greenview roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $84,200 and median rent is $620/month.

What is the crime rate in Greenview, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Greenview?

Public schools in Greenview are operated by Greenview CUSD 200. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.5:1. 11.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Greenview, IL a good place to live?

Greenview, IL has a population of 953, a median household income of $66,250, and an unemployment rate of 5.7%. 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 Greenview?

Greenview averages 34.4°F in January and 85.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 37.6 inches with about 15.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Greenview?

Greenview, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62642.

What is the population of Greenview?

The population of Greenview, Illinois is 953 with a median age of 41.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Greenview?

Key numbers for living in Greenview: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $84,200, median household income $66,250, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Greenview side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.