What are the schools like in South Roxana, IL?

South Roxana is served primarily by Roxana CUSD 1. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.3:1.

What is the median household income in South Roxana?

The median household income in South Roxana, IL is $59,097 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.2%.

What is the weather like in South Roxana, IL?

South Roxana has an average high temperature of 39.0°F in January and 87.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 10.8 inches.

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

Q: Is South Roxana, IL affordable or expensive?

South Roxana's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means South Roxana is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $87,000 and the median rent is $782 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in South Roxana, IL?

South Roxana has a violent crime rate of 379.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 596.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is South Roxana, IL a Good Place to Live?

South Roxana is a small town of 2,121 in Illinois, with a median household income of $59,097 and a 8.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: South Roxana stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime.

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

All South Roxana 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: 96.3

South Roxana's overall cost of living index is 96.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in South Roxana costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	South Roxana, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$87,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$782	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	69.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$59,097	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

South Roxana's violent crime rate is 379.8 per 100,000 residents — 0% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

379.8 /100k

Property Crime

596.9 /100k

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

Schools & Education

South Roxana is served primarily by Roxana CUSD 1. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	South Roxana, IL	National Avg
School District	Roxana CUSD 1	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	4.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

South Roxana sees average highs of 39.0°F in January and 87.3°F in July, with 45.8 inches of annual precipitation and 10.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	South Roxana, IL
Average High — January	39.0°F
Average High — July	87.3°F
Annual Precipitation	45.8"
Annual Snowfall	10.8"

Demographics

Metric	South Roxana, IL	National Avg
Population	2,121	—
Median Age	33.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	88.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.2%	6.3%
Under 18	24.4%	22.2%
65 and over	12.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Roxana, IL 2 mi Hartford, IL 2 mi Mitchell, IL 3 mi Wood River, IL 4 mi Edwardsville, IL 4 mi

ZIP Codes in South Roxana

South Roxana, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62087

South Roxana vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Roxana, IL affordable or expensive?

South Roxana's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes South Roxana roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $87,000 and median rent is $782/month.

What is the crime rate in South Roxana, IL?

South Roxana's violent crime rate is 379.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 596.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in South Roxana?

Public schools in South Roxana are operated by Roxana CUSD 1. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.3:1. 4.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is South Roxana, IL a good place to live?

South Roxana, IL has a population of 2,121, a median household income of $59,097, and an unemployment rate of 8.2%. 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 South Roxana?

South Roxana averages 39.0°F in January and 87.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.8 inches with about 10.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in South Roxana?

South Roxana, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62087.

What is the population of South Roxana?

The population of South Roxana, Illinois is 2,121 with a median age of 33.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in South Roxana?

Key numbers for living in South Roxana: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $87,000, median household income $59,097, crime index 71 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare South Roxana side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.