What are the schools like in Old Mill Creek, IL?

Old Mill Creek is served primarily by Millburn CCSD 24. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.6:1.

What is the median household income in Old Mill Creek?

The median household income in Old Mill Creek, IL is $69,688 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.6%.

What is the weather like in Old Mill Creek, IL?

Old Mill Creek has an average high temperature of 29.9°F in January and 82.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 43.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Old Mill Creek, IL affordable or expensive?

Old Mill Creek's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Old Mill Creek is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is N/A and the median rent is $1,469 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Old Mill Creek, IL?

Old Mill Creek has a violent crime rate of 116.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 769.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Old Mill Creek, IL a Good Place to Live?

Old Mill Creek is a small town of 122 in Illinois, with a median household income of $69,688 and a 3.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Old Mill Creek stands out for solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

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

All Old Mill Creek 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: 102.6

Old Mill Creek's overall cost of living index is 102.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Old Mill Creek costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Old Mill Creek, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,469	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	38.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$69,688	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Old Mill Creek's violent crime rate is 116.6 per 100,000 residents — 69% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

116.6 /100k

Property Crime

769.4 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Old Mill Creek is served primarily by Millburn CCSD 24. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Old Mill Creek, IL	National Avg
School District	Millburn CCSD 24	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	68.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Old Mill Creek sees average highs of 29.9°F in January and 82.3°F in July, with 39.9 inches of annual precipitation and 43.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Old Mill Creek, IL
Average High — January	29.9°F
Average High — July	82.3°F
Annual Precipitation	39.9"
Annual Snowfall	43.4"

Demographics

Metric	Old Mill Creek, IL	National Avg
Population	122	—
Median Age	49.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	90.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	8.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.1%	22.2%
65 and over	34.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Old Mill Creek

Old Mill Creek, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60083

Old Mill Creek vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Old Mill Creek, IL affordable or expensive?

Old Mill Creek's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Old Mill Creek roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is N/A and median rent is $1,469/month.

What is the crime rate in Old Mill Creek, IL?

Old Mill Creek's violent crime rate is 116.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 769.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Old Mill Creek?

Public schools in Old Mill Creek are operated by Millburn CCSD 24. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.6:1. 68.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Old Mill Creek, IL a good place to live?

Old Mill Creek, IL has a population of 122, a median household income of $69,688, and an unemployment rate of 3.6%. 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 Old Mill Creek?

Old Mill Creek averages 29.9°F in January and 82.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.9 inches with about 43.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Old Mill Creek?

Old Mill Creek, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60083.

What is the population of Old Mill Creek?

The population of Old Mill Creek, Illinois is 122 with a median age of 49.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Old Mill Creek?

Key numbers for living in Old Mill Creek: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home N/A, median household income $69,688, crime index 33 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Old Mill Creek side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.