What are the schools like in Tolono, IL?

Tolono is served primarily by Tolono CUSD 7. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.2:1.

What is the median household income in Tolono?

The median household income in Tolono, IL is $82,623 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.5%.

What is the weather like in Tolono, IL?

Tolono has an average high temperature of 34.1°F in January and 85.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 20.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Tolono, IL affordable or expensive?

Tolono's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Tolono is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $169,300 and the median rent is $758 per month.

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

Tolono has a violent crime rate of 355.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1544.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Tolono, IL a Good Place to Live?

Tolono is a small town of 3,567 in Illinois, with a median household income of $82,623 and a 11.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

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

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

All Tolono 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: 90.8

Tolono's overall cost of living index is 90.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Tolono costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Tolono, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$169,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$758	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$82,623	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Tolono's violent crime rate is 355.8 per 100,000 residents — 6% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

355.8 /100k

Property Crime

1544.2 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Tolono is served primarily by Tolono CUSD 7. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Tolono, IL	National Avg
School District	Tolono CUSD 7	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	27.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	99.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Tolono sees average highs of 34.1°F in January and 85.0°F in July, with 37.0 inches of annual precipitation and 20.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Tolono, IL
Average High — January	34.1°F
Average High — July	85.0°F
Annual Precipitation	37.0"
Annual Snowfall	20.6"

Demographics

Metric	Tolono, IL	National Avg
Population	3,567	—
Median Age	37.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	17.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	24.8%	22.2%
65 and over	9.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Tolono

Tolono, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61880

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tolono, IL affordable or expensive?

Tolono's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Tolono roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $169,300 and median rent is $758/month.

What is the crime rate in Tolono, IL?

Tolono's violent crime rate is 355.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1544.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Tolono?

Public schools in Tolono are operated by Tolono CUSD 7. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.2:1. 27.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Tolono, IL a good place to live?

Tolono, IL has a population of 3,567, a median household income of $82,623, and an unemployment rate of 11.5%. 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 Tolono?

Tolono averages 34.1°F in January and 85.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 37.0 inches with about 20.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Tolono?

Tolono, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61880.

What is the population of Tolono?

The population of Tolono, Illinois is 3,567 with a median age of 37.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Tolono?

Key numbers for living in Tolono: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $169,300, median household income $82,623, crime index 86 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Tolono side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.