What are the schools like in Nauvoo, IL?

Nauvoo is served primarily by Nauvoo-Colusa CUSD 325. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.5:1.

What is the median household income in Nauvoo?

The median household income in Nauvoo, IL is $46,429 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.

What is the weather like in Nauvoo, IL?

Nauvoo has an average high temperature of 32.8°F in January and 85.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 18.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Nauvoo, IL affordable or expensive?

Nauvoo's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Nauvoo is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $116,300 and the median rent is $738 per month.

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

Nauvoo has a violent crime rate of 218.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 436.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Nauvoo, IL a Good Place to Live?

Nauvoo is a small town of 861 in Illinois, with a median household income of $46,429 and a 2.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

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

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

All Nauvoo 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: 91.5

Nauvoo's overall cost of living index is 91.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Nauvoo costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Nauvoo, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$116,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$738	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$46,429	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Nauvoo's violent crime rate is 218.1 per 100,000 residents — 43% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

218.1 /100k

Property Crime

436.2 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Nauvoo is served primarily by Nauvoo-Colusa CUSD 325. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Nauvoo, IL	National Avg
School District	Nauvoo-Colusa CUSD 325	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	24.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Nauvoo sees average highs of 32.8°F in January and 85.1°F in July, with 39.4 inches of annual precipitation and 18.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Nauvoo, IL
Average High — January	32.8°F
Average High — July	85.1°F
Annual Precipitation	39.4"
Annual Snowfall	18.1"

Demographics

Metric	Nauvoo, IL	National Avg
Population	861	—
Median Age	40.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.5%	6.3%
Under 18	22.1%	22.2%
65 and over	31.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Montrose, IA 2 mi Fort Madison, IA 6 mi Sandusky, IA 7 mi Niota, IL 7 mi Mooar, IA 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Nauvoo

Nauvoo, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62354

Nauvoo vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nauvoo, IL affordable or expensive?

Nauvoo's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Nauvoo roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $116,300 and median rent is $738/month.

What is the crime rate in Nauvoo, IL?

Nauvoo's violent crime rate is 218.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 436.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Nauvoo?

Public schools in Nauvoo are operated by Nauvoo-Colusa CUSD 325. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.5:1. 24.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Nauvoo, IL a good place to live?

Nauvoo, IL has a population of 861, a median household income of $46,429, and an unemployment rate of 2.4%. 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 Nauvoo?

Nauvoo averages 32.8°F in January and 85.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.4 inches with about 18.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Nauvoo?

Nauvoo, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62354.

What is the population of Nauvoo?

The population of Nauvoo, Illinois is 861 with a median age of 40.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Nauvoo?

Key numbers for living in Nauvoo: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $116,300, median household income $46,429, crime index 43 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Nauvoo side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.