What are the schools like in Moline, IL?

Moline is served primarily by Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40. The district operates 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.1:1.

What is the median household income in Moline?

The median household income in Moline, IL is $63,553 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.7%.

What is the weather like in Moline, IL?

Moline has an average high temperature of 31.8°F in January and 86.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 36.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Moline, IL affordable or expensive?

Moline's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Moline is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $141,100 and the median rent is $883 per month.

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

Moline has a violent crime rate of 384.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 3334.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Moline, IL a Good Place to Live?

Moline is a small city of 42,452 in Illinois, with a median household income of $63,553 and a 6.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

All Moline 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: 89.3

Moline's overall cost of living index is 89.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Moline costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Moline, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$141,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$883	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	66.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$63,553	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Moline's violent crime rate is 384.1 per 100,000 residents — 1% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

384.1 /100k

Property Crime

3334.2 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Moline is served primarily by Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.1:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Moline, IL	National Avg
School District	Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40	—
Elementary Schools	10	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	28.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Moline sees average highs of 31.8°F in January and 86.1°F in July, with 38.9 inches of annual precipitation and 36.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Moline, IL
Average High — January	31.8°F
Average High — July	86.1°F
Annual Precipitation	38.9"
Annual Snowfall	36.1"

Demographics

Metric	Moline, IL	National Avg
Population	42,452	—
Median Age	38.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	73.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	9.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	11.3%	18.9%
Asian	2.3%	6.3%
Under 18	23.2%	22.2%
65 and over	19.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Rock Island Arsenal, IL 3 mi Riverdale, IA 4 mi Coal Valley, IL 4 mi Silvis, IL 4 mi Rock Island, IL 5 mi

ZIP Codes in Moline

Moline, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61265

Moline vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Moline, IL affordable or expensive?

Moline's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Moline roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $141,100 and median rent is $883/month.

What is the crime rate in Moline, IL?

Moline's violent crime rate is 384.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 3334.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Moline?

Public schools in Moline are operated by Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40. The district has 10 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.1:1. 28.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Moline, IL a good place to live?

Moline, IL has a population of 42,452, a median household income of $63,553, and an unemployment rate of 6.7%. 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 Moline?

Moline averages 31.8°F in January and 86.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.9 inches with about 36.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Moline?

Moline, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61265.

What is the population of Moline?

The population of Moline, Illinois is 42,452 with a median age of 38.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Moline?

Key numbers for living in Moline: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $141,100, median household income $63,553, crime index 124 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Moline side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.