What are the schools like in Phoenix, IL?

Phoenix is served primarily by South Holland SD 151. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.2:1.

What is the median household income in Phoenix?

The median household income in Phoenix, IL is $24,491 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 20.5%.

What is the weather like in Phoenix, IL?

Phoenix has an average high temperature of 31.1°F in January and 83.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Phoenix, IL affordable or expensive?

Phoenix's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Phoenix is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $82,800 and the median rent is $687 per month.

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

Phoenix has a violent crime rate of 62.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2121.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Phoenix, IL a Good Place to Live?

Phoenix is a small town of 1,278 in Illinois, with a median household income of $24,491 and a 20.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Phoenix stands out for below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, short average commutes.

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

All Phoenix 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

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

Metric	Phoenix, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$82,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$687	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	62.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$24,491	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Phoenix's violent crime rate is 62.4 per 100,000 residents — 84% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

62.4 /100k

Property Crime

2121.0 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Phoenix is served primarily by South Holland SD 151. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Phoenix, IL	National Avg
School District	South Holland SD 151	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	82.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Phoenix sees average highs of 31.1°F in January and 83.9°F in July, with 41.5 inches of annual precipitation and 28.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Phoenix, IL
Average High — January	31.1°F
Average High — July	83.9°F
Annual Precipitation	41.5"
Annual Snowfall	28.2"

Demographics

Metric	Phoenix, IL	National Avg
Population	1,278	—
Median Age	52.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	20.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	17.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	73.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	8.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	13.7%	22.2%
65 and over	26.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Harvey, IL 1 mi South Holland, IL 2 mi Riverdale, IL 2 mi Dolton, IL 2 mi Dixmoor, IL 2 mi

Phoenix vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phoenix, IL affordable or expensive?

Phoenix's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Phoenix roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $82,800 and median rent is $687/month.

What is the crime rate in Phoenix, IL?

Phoenix's violent crime rate is 62.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2121.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Phoenix?

Public schools in Phoenix are operated by South Holland SD 151. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.2:1. 10.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Phoenix, IL a good place to live?

Phoenix, IL has a population of 1,278, a median household income of $24,491, and an unemployment rate of 20.5%. 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 Phoenix?

Phoenix averages 31.1°F in January and 83.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.5 inches with about 28.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Phoenix?

The population of Phoenix, Illinois is 1,278 with a median age of 52.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Phoenix?

Key numbers for living in Phoenix: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $82,800, median household income $24,491, crime index 50 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Phoenix side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.