What are the schools like in Reynolds, IL?

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

What is the median household income in Reynolds?

The median household income in Reynolds, IL is $75,000 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.7%.

What is the weather like in Reynolds, IL?

Reynolds has an average high temperature of 31.0°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Reynolds, IL affordable or expensive?

Reynolds's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Reynolds is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $140,000 and the median rent is $892 per month.

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

Reynolds has a violent crime rate of 324.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2292.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Reynolds, IL a Good Place to Live?

Reynolds is a small town of 596 in Illinois, with a median household income of $75,000 and a 1.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Reynolds stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

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

All Reynolds 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: 89.3

Reynolds's overall cost of living index is 89.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Reynolds costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Reynolds, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$140,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$892	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	94.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$75,000	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Reynolds's violent crime rate is 324.9 per 100,000 residents — 15% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

324.9 /100k

Property Crime

2292.1 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Metric	Reynolds, 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	16.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Reynolds sees average highs of 31.0°F in January and 84.7°F in July, with 39.1 inches of annual precipitation and 21.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Reynolds, IL
Average High — January	31.0°F
Average High — July	84.7°F
Annual Precipitation	39.1"
Annual Snowfall	21.8"

Demographics

Metric	Reynolds, IL	National Avg
Population	596	—
Median Age	38.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	1.5%	6.3%
Under 18	23.2%	22.2%
65 and over	18.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hamlet, IL 3 mi Taylor Ridge, IL 4 mi Preemption, IL 5 mi Edgington, IL 6 mi Matherville, IL 6 mi

Reynolds vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reynolds, IL affordable or expensive?

Reynolds's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Reynolds roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $140,000 and median rent is $892/month.

What is the crime rate in Reynolds, IL?

Reynolds's violent crime rate is 324.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2292.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Reynolds?

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

Is Reynolds, IL a good place to live?

Reynolds, IL has a population of 596, a median household income of $75,000, and an unemployment rate of 1.7%. 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 Reynolds?

Reynolds averages 31.0°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.1 inches with about 21.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Reynolds?

The population of Reynolds, Illinois is 596 with a median age of 38.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Reynolds?

Key numbers for living in Reynolds: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $140,000, median household income $75,000, crime index 95 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Reynolds side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.