What are the schools like in North Utica, IL?

North Utica is served primarily by Waltham CCSD 185. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.5:1.

What is the median household income in North Utica?

The median household income in North Utica, IL is $95,938 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.4%.

What is the weather like in North Utica, IL?

North Utica has an average high temperature of 30.0°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.5 inches.

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

Q: Is North Utica, IL affordable or expensive?

North Utica's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means North Utica is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $208,200 and the median rent is $1,147 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in North Utica, IL?

North Utica has a violent crime rate of 96.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 653.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is North Utica, IL a Good Place to Live?

North Utica is a small town of 1,136 in Illinois, with a median household income of $95,938 and a 4.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: North Utica stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

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

All North Utica 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: 97.9

North Utica's overall cost of living index is 97.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in North Utica costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	North Utica, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$208,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,147	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$95,938	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

North Utica's violent crime rate is 96.6 per 100,000 residents — 75% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

96.6 /100k

Property Crime

653.4 /100k

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

Schools & Education

North Utica is served primarily by Waltham CCSD 185. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	North Utica, IL	National Avg
School District	Waltham CCSD 185	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	21.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

North Utica sees average highs of 30.0°F in January and 84.0°F in July, with 36.9 inches of annual precipitation and 28.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	North Utica, IL
Average High — January	30.0°F
Average High — July	84.0°F
Annual Precipitation	36.9"
Annual Snowfall	28.5"

Demographics

Metric	North Utica, IL	National Avg
Population	1,136	—
Median Age	44.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.8%	22.2%
65 and over	15.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in North Utica

North Utica, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61373

North Utica vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Utica, IL affordable or expensive?

North Utica's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes North Utica roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $208,200 and median rent is $1,147/month.

What is the crime rate in North Utica, IL?

North Utica's violent crime rate is 96.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 653.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in North Utica?

Public schools in North Utica are operated by Waltham CCSD 185. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1. 21.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is North Utica, IL a good place to live?

North Utica, IL has a population of 1,136, a median household income of $95,938, and an unemployment rate of 4.4%. 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 North Utica?

North Utica averages 30.0°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 36.9 inches with about 28.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in North Utica?

North Utica, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61373.

What is the population of North Utica?

The population of North Utica, Illinois is 1,136 with a median age of 44.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Utica?

Key numbers for living in North Utica: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $208,200, median household income $95,938, crime index 28 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Utica side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.