What are the schools like in Thompsonville, IL?

Thompsonville is served primarily by Thompsonville CUSD 174. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.7:1.

What is the median household income in Thompsonville?

The median household income in Thompsonville, IL is $43,352 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 13.0%.

What is the weather like in Thompsonville, IL?

Thompsonville has an average high temperature of 40.7°F in January and 88.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 9.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Thompsonville, IL affordable or expensive?

Thompsonville's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Thompsonville is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $83,000 and the median rent is $709 per month.

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

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

Is Thompsonville, IL a Good Place to Live?

Thompsonville is a small town of 544 in Illinois, with a median household income of $43,352 and a 13.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Thompsonville 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 Thompsonville is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Thompsonville 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: 89.5

Thompsonville's overall cost of living index is 89.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Thompsonville costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Thompsonville, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$83,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$709	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	62.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$43,352	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Thompsonville is served primarily by Thompsonville CUSD 174. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Thompsonville, IL	National Avg
School District	Thompsonville CUSD 174	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	82.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Thompsonville sees average highs of 40.7°F in January and 88.2°F in July, with 45.9 inches of annual precipitation and 9.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Thompsonville, IL
Average High — January	40.7°F
Average High — July	88.2°F
Annual Precipitation	45.9"
Annual Snowfall	9.8"

Demographics

Metric	Thompsonville, IL	National Avg
Population	544	—
Median Age	39.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	13.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	36.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.2%	22.2%
65 and over	18.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hanaford, IL 5 mi West Frankfort, IL 9 mi Galatia, IL 9 mi Pittsburg, IL 10 mi Macedonia, IL 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Thompsonville

Thompsonville, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62890

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thompsonville, IL affordable or expensive?

Thompsonville's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Thompsonville roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $83,000 and median rent is $709/month.

What is the crime rate in Thompsonville, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Thompsonville?

Public schools in Thompsonville are operated by Thompsonville CUSD 174. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1. 12.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Thompsonville, IL a good place to live?

Thompsonville, IL has a population of 544, a median household income of $43,352, and an unemployment rate of 13.0%. 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 Thompsonville?

Thompsonville averages 40.7°F in January and 88.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.9 inches with about 9.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Thompsonville?

Thompsonville, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62890.

What is the population of Thompsonville?

The population of Thompsonville, Illinois is 544 with a median age of 39.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Thompsonville?

Key numbers for living in Thompsonville: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $83,000, median household income $43,352, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Thompsonville side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.