What are the schools like in Scales Mound, IL?

Scales Mound is served primarily by Scales Mound CUSD 211. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.3:1.

What is the median household income in Scales Mound?

The median household income in Scales Mound, IL is $63,125 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.9%.

What is the weather like in Scales Mound, IL?

Scales Mound has an average high temperature of 26.9°F in January and 82.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 37.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Scales Mound, IL affordable or expensive?

Scales Mound's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Scales Mound is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $142,300 and the median rent is $746 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Scales Mound, IL?

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

Is Scales Mound, IL a Good Place to Live?

Scales Mound is a small town of 434 in Illinois, with a median household income of $63,125 and a 2.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Scales Mound is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Scales Mound 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: 92.6

Scales Mound's overall cost of living index is 92.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Scales Mound costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Scales Mound, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$142,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$746	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$63,125	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Scales Mound is served primarily by Scales Mound CUSD 211. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Scales Mound, IL	National Avg
School District	Scales Mound CUSD 211	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Scales Mound sees average highs of 26.9°F in January and 82.0°F in July, with 40.4 inches of annual precipitation and 37.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Scales Mound, IL
Average High — January	26.9°F
Average High — July	82.0°F
Annual Precipitation	40.4"
Annual Snowfall	37.9"

Demographics

Metric	Scales Mound, IL	National Avg
Population	434	—
Median Age	38.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	26.3%	22.2%
65 and over	24.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Apple Canyon Lake, IL 6 mi The Galena Territory, IL 7 mi Shullsburg, WI 7 mi Apple River, IL 8 mi Benton, WI 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Scales Mound

Scales Mound, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61075

Scales Mound vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scales Mound, IL affordable or expensive?

Scales Mound's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Scales Mound roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $142,300 and median rent is $746/month.

What is the crime rate in Scales Mound, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Scales Mound?

Public schools in Scales Mound are operated by Scales Mound CUSD 211. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.3:1. 12.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Scales Mound, IL a good place to live?

Scales Mound, IL has a population of 434, a median household income of $63,125, and an unemployment rate of 2.9%. 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 Scales Mound?

Scales Mound averages 26.9°F in January and 82.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.4 inches with about 37.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Scales Mound?

Scales Mound, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61075.

What is the population of Scales Mound?

The population of Scales Mound, Illinois is 434 with a median age of 38.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Scales Mound?

Key numbers for living in Scales Mound: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $142,300, median household income $63,125, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Scales Mound side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.