What are the schools like in Roodhouse, IL?

Roodhouse is served primarily by North Greene CUSD 3. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.4:1.

What is the median household income in Roodhouse?

The median household income in Roodhouse, IL is $49,911 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.8%.

What is the weather like in Roodhouse, IL?

Roodhouse has an average high temperature of 35.4°F in January and 85.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 18.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Roodhouse, IL affordable or expensive?

Roodhouse's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Roodhouse is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $64,800 and the median rent is $767 per month.

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

Crime rate data for Roodhouse is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Roodhouse, IL a Good Place to Live?

Roodhouse is a small town of 1,636 in Illinois, with a median household income of $49,911 and a 9.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Roodhouse stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-).

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

All Roodhouse 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: 88.9

Roodhouse's overall cost of living index is 88.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Roodhouse costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Roodhouse, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$64,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$767	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	79.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$49,911	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Roodhouse is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Roodhouse is served primarily by North Greene CUSD 3. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Roodhouse, IL	National Avg
School District	North Greene CUSD 3	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	7.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Roodhouse sees average highs of 35.4°F in January and 85.6°F in July, with 39.6 inches of annual precipitation and 18.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Roodhouse, IL
Average High — January	35.4°F
Average High — July	85.6°F
Annual Precipitation	39.6"
Annual Snowfall	18.2"

Demographics

Metric	Roodhouse, IL	National Avg
Population	1,636	—
Median Age	45.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.7%	22.2%
65 and over	21.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

White Hall, IL 3 mi Manchester, IL 5 mi Wilmington, IL 6 mi Alsey, IL 6 mi Glasgow, IL 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Roodhouse

Roodhouse, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62082

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roodhouse, IL affordable or expensive?

Roodhouse's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Roodhouse roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $64,800 and median rent is $767/month.

What is the crime rate in Roodhouse, IL?

Crime data for Roodhouse is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Roodhouse?

Public schools in Roodhouse are operated by North Greene CUSD 3. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.4:1. 7.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Roodhouse, IL a good place to live?

Roodhouse, IL has a population of 1,636, a median household income of $49,911, and an unemployment rate of 9.8%. 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 Roodhouse?

Roodhouse averages 35.4°F in January and 85.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.6 inches with about 18.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Roodhouse?

Roodhouse, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62082.

What is the population of Roodhouse?

The population of Roodhouse, Illinois is 1,636 with a median age of 45.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Roodhouse?

Key numbers for living in Roodhouse: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $64,800, median household income $49,911, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Roodhouse side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.