What are the schools like in Mount Clare, IL?

School district data for Mount Clare is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Mount Clare?

The median household income in Mount Clare, IL is $48,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 10.2%.

What is the weather like in Mount Clare, IL?

Mount Clare has an average high temperature of 36.1°F in January and 86.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 13.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Mount Clare, IL affordable or expensive?

Mount Clare's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mount Clare is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $89,000 and the median rent is $711 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Mount Clare, IL?

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

Is Mount Clare, IL a Good Place to Live?

Mount Clare is a small town of 341 in Illinois, with a median household income of $48,750 and a 10.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

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

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

All Mount Clare 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

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

Metric	Mount Clare, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$89,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$711	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	69.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$48,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Metric	Mount Clare, IL	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mount Clare sees average highs of 36.1°F in January and 86.2°F in July, with 43.5 inches of annual precipitation and 13.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mount Clare, IL
Average High — January	36.1°F
Average High — July	86.2°F
Annual Precipitation	43.5"
Annual Snowfall	13.9"

Demographics

Metric	Mount Clare, IL	National Avg
Population	341	—
Median Age	54.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	10.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	19.1%	22.2%
65 and over	39.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Mount Clare vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mount Clare, IL affordable or expensive?

Mount Clare's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mount Clare roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $89,000 and median rent is $711/month.

What is the crime rate in Mount Clare, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Mount Clare?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Mount Clare, IL a good place to live?

Mount Clare, IL has a population of 341, a median household income of $48,750, and an unemployment rate of 10.2%. 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 Mount Clare?

Mount Clare averages 36.1°F in January and 86.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.5 inches with about 13.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Mount Clare?

The population of Mount Clare, Illinois is 341 with a median age of 54.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mount Clare?

Key numbers for living in Mount Clare: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $89,000, median household income $48,750. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mount Clare side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.