What are the schools like in London Mills, IL?

London Mills is served primarily by Spoon River Valley CUSD 4. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.7:1.

What is the median household income in London Mills?

The median household income in London Mills, IL is $50,568 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.5%.

What is the weather like in London Mills, IL?

London Mills has an average high temperature of 30.8°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.0 inches.

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

Q: Is London Mills, IL affordable or expensive?

London Mills's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means London Mills is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $53,300 and the median rent is $1,028 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in London Mills, IL?

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

Is London Mills, IL a Good Place to Live?

London Mills is a small town of 376 in Illinois, with a median household income of $50,568 and a 11.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: London Mills 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 London Mills is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All London Mills 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: 88.6

London Mills's overall cost of living index is 88.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in London Mills costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	London Mills, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$53,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,028	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	80.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$50,568	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

London Mills is served primarily by Spoon River Valley CUSD 4. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	London Mills, IL	National Avg
School District	Spoon River Valley CUSD 4	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	8.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

London Mills sees average highs of 30.8°F in January and 83.7°F in July, with 37.6 inches of annual precipitation and 24.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	London Mills, IL
Average High — January	30.8°F
Average High — July	83.7°F
Annual Precipitation	37.6"
Annual Snowfall	24.0"

Demographics

Metric	London Mills, IL	National Avg
Population	376	—
Median Age	38.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	28.2%	22.2%
65 and over	16.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in London Mills

London Mills, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61544

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is London Mills, IL affordable or expensive?

London Mills's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes London Mills roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $53,300 and median rent is $1,028/month.

What is the crime rate in London Mills, IL?

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

What are the schools like in London Mills?

Public schools in London Mills are operated by Spoon River Valley CUSD 4. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.7:1. 8.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is London Mills, IL a good place to live?

London Mills, IL has a population of 376, a median household income of $50,568, and an unemployment rate of 11.5%. 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 London Mills?

London Mills averages 30.8°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 37.6 inches with about 24.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in London Mills?

London Mills, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61544.

What is the population of London Mills?

The population of London Mills, Illinois is 376 with a median age of 38.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in London Mills?

Key numbers for living in London Mills: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $53,300, median household income $50,568, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare London Mills side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.