What are the schools like in St. Libory, IL?

St. Libory is served primarily by St Libory Cons SD 30. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.3:1.

What is the median household income in St. Libory?

The median household income in St. Libory, IL is $108,167 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.4%.

What is the weather like in St. Libory, IL?

St. Libory has an average high temperature of 42.9°F in January and 90.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 11.6 inches.

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

Q: Is St. Libory, IL affordable or expensive?

St. Libory's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means St. Libory is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $160,200 and the median rent is $816 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in St. Libory, IL?

St. Libory has a violent crime rate of 159.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 765.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is St. Libory, IL a Good Place to Live?

St. Libory is a small town of 637 in Illinois, with a median household income of $108,167 and a 4.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

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

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

All St. Libory 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

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

Metric	St. Libory, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$160,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$816	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$108,167	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

St. Libory's violent crime rate is 159.8 per 100,000 residents — 58% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

159.8 /100k

Property Crime

765.2 /100k

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

Schools & Education

St. Libory is served primarily by St Libory Cons SD 30. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	St. Libory, IL	National Avg
School District	St Libory Cons SD 30	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	23.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

St. Libory sees average highs of 42.9°F in January and 90.2°F in July, with 43.0 inches of annual precipitation and 11.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	St. Libory, IL
Average High — January	42.9°F
Average High — July	90.2°F
Annual Precipitation	43.0"
Annual Snowfall	11.6"

Demographics

Metric	St. Libory, IL	National Avg
Population	637	—
Median Age	40.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	18.1%	22.2%
65 and over	19.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in St. Libory

St. Libory, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62282

St. Libory vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is St. Libory, IL affordable or expensive?

St. Libory's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes St. Libory roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $160,200 and median rent is $816/month.

What is the crime rate in St. Libory, IL?

St. Libory's violent crime rate is 159.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 765.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in St. Libory?

Public schools in St. Libory are operated by St Libory Cons SD 30. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.3:1. 23.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is St. Libory, IL a good place to live?

St. Libory, IL has a population of 637, a median household income of $108,167, and an unemployment rate of 4.4%. 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 St. Libory?

St. Libory averages 42.9°F in January and 90.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.0 inches with about 11.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in St. Libory?

St. Libory, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62282.

What is the population of St. Libory?

The population of St. Libory, Illinois is 637 with a median age of 40.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in St. Libory?

Key numbers for living in St. Libory: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $160,200, median household income $108,167, crime index 40 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare St. Libory side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.