What are the schools like in Ladd, IL?

Ladd is served primarily by Ladd CCSD 94. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.2:1.

What is the median household income in Ladd?

The median household income in Ladd, IL is $62,500 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 Ladd, IL?

Ladd 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.

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

Q: Is Ladd, IL affordable or expensive?

Ladd's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ladd is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $123,600 and the median rent is $819 per month.

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

Ladd 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 Ladd, IL a Good Place to Live?

Ladd is a small town of 1,314 in Illinois, with a median household income of $62,500 and a 6.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

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

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

All Ladd 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: 92.7

Ladd's overall cost of living index is 92.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ladd costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ladd, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$123,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$819	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	81.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$62,500	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Ladd'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

Ladd is served primarily by Ladd CCSD 94. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ladd, IL	National Avg
School District	Ladd CCSD 94	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

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

Demographics

Metric	Ladd, IL	National Avg
Population	1,314	—
Median Age	39.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	16.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	9.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	24.2%	22.2%
65 and over	12.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Ladd

Ladd, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61329

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ladd, IL affordable or expensive?

Ladd's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ladd roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $123,600 and median rent is $819/month.

What is the crime rate in Ladd, IL?

Ladd'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 Ladd?

Public schools in Ladd are operated by Ladd CCSD 94. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.2:1. 18.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ladd, IL a good place to live?

Ladd, IL has a population of 1,314, a median household income of $62,500, 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 Ladd?

Ladd 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 Ladd?

Ladd, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61329.

What is the population of Ladd?

The population of Ladd, Illinois is 1,314 with a median age of 39.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ladd?

Key numbers for living in Ladd: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $123,600, median household income $62,500, crime index 10 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ladd side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.