What are the schools like in Medora, IL?

Medora is served primarily by Southwestern CUSD 9. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.9:1.

What is the median household income in Medora?

The median household income in Medora, IL is $70,500 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.8%.

What is the weather like in Medora, IL?

Medora has an average high temperature of 36.3°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 16.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Medora, IL affordable or expensive?

Medora's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Medora is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $85,500 and the median rent is $875 per month.

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

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

Is Medora, IL a Good Place to Live?

Medora is a small town of 300 in Illinois, with a median household income of $70,500 and a 4.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Medora stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Medora is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Medora 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

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

Metric	Medora, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$85,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$875	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	80.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$70,500	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Medora is served primarily by Southwestern CUSD 9. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Medora, IL	National Avg
School District	Southwestern CUSD 9	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Medora sees average highs of 36.3°F in January and 86.5°F in July, with 39.8 inches of annual precipitation and 16.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Medora, IL
Average High — January	36.3°F
Average High — July	86.5°F
Annual Precipitation	39.8"
Annual Snowfall	16.5"

Demographics

Metric	Medora, IL	National Avg
Population	300	—
Median Age	42.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.3%	22.2%
65 and over	18.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Fidelity, IL 2 mi Shipman, IL 6 mi Chesterfield, IL 7 mi Rockbridge, IL 7 mi Brighton, IL 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Medora

Medora, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62063

Medora vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Medora, IL affordable or expensive?

Medora's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Medora roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $85,500 and median rent is $875/month.

What is the crime rate in Medora, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Medora?

Public schools in Medora are operated by Southwestern CUSD 9. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.9:1. 14.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Medora, IL a good place to live?

Medora, IL has a population of 300, a median household income of $70,500, and an unemployment rate of 4.8%. 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 Medora?

Medora averages 36.3°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.8 inches with about 16.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Medora?

Medora, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62063.

What is the population of Medora?

The population of Medora, Illinois is 300 with a median age of 42.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Medora?

Key numbers for living in Medora: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $85,500, median household income $70,500, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Medora side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.