What are the schools like in Mascoutah, IL?

Mascoutah is served primarily by Mascoutah CUD 19. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.1:1.

What is the median household income in Mascoutah?

The median household income in Mascoutah, IL is $93,403 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.5%.

What is the weather like in Mascoutah, IL?

Mascoutah has an average high temperature of 42.9°F in January and 90.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 11.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Mascoutah, IL affordable or expensive?

Mascoutah's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mascoutah is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $202,200 and the median rent is $1,154 per month.

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

Mascoutah has a violent crime rate of 44.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 345.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Mascoutah, IL a Good Place to Live?

Mascoutah is a small town of 8,762 in Illinois, with a median household income of $93,403 and a 4.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Mascoutah is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Mascoutah 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: 96.3

Mascoutah's overall cost of living index is 96.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Mascoutah costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Mascoutah, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$202,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,154	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	71.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$93,403	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Mascoutah's violent crime rate is 44.6 per 100,000 residents — 88% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

44.6 /100k

Property Crime

345.3 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Mascoutah is served primarily by Mascoutah CUD 19. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Mascoutah, IL	National Avg
School District	Mascoutah CUD 19	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	32.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mascoutah sees average highs of 42.9°F in January and 90.2°F in July, with 45.1 inches of annual precipitation and 11.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mascoutah, IL
Average High — January	42.9°F
Average High — July	90.2°F
Annual Precipitation	45.1"
Annual Snowfall	11.2"

Demographics

Metric	Mascoutah, IL	National Avg
Population	8,762	—
Median Age	36.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	81.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.5%	18.9%
Asian	2.7%	6.3%
Under 18	25.2%	22.2%
65 and over	12.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Scott AFB, IL 3 mi Rentchler, IL 4 mi New Baden, IL 5 mi Lebanon, IL 6 mi Summerfield, IL 6 mi

ZIP Codes in Mascoutah

Mascoutah, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62258

Mascoutah vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mascoutah, IL affordable or expensive?

Mascoutah's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mascoutah roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $202,200 and median rent is $1,154/month.

What is the crime rate in Mascoutah, IL?

Mascoutah's violent crime rate is 44.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 345.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Mascoutah?

Public schools in Mascoutah are operated by Mascoutah CUD 19. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.1:1. 32.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Mascoutah, IL a good place to live?

Mascoutah, IL has a population of 8,762, a median household income of $93,403, and an unemployment rate of 4.5%. 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 Mascoutah?

Mascoutah averages 42.9°F in January and 90.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.1 inches with about 11.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Mascoutah?

Mascoutah, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62258.

What is the population of Mascoutah?

The population of Mascoutah, Illinois is 8,762 with a median age of 36.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mascoutah?

Key numbers for living in Mascoutah: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $202,200, median household income $93,403, crime index 14 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mascoutah side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.