What are the schools like in Toluca, IL?

Toluca is served primarily by Fieldcrest CUSD 6. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.9:1.

What is the median household income in Toluca?

The median household income in Toluca, IL is $51,979 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.6%.

What is the weather like in Toluca, IL?

Toluca has an average high temperature of 32.8°F in January and 86.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 18.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Toluca, IL affordable or expensive?

Toluca's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Toluca is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $104,400 and the median rent is $778 per month.

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

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

Is Toluca, IL a Good Place to Live?

Toluca is a small town of 1,246 in Illinois, with a median household income of $51,979 and a 5.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

All Toluca 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: 88.6

Toluca's overall cost of living index is 88.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Toluca costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Toluca, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$104,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$778	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,979	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Toluca is served primarily by Fieldcrest CUSD 6. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Toluca, IL	National Avg
School District	Fieldcrest CUSD 6	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Toluca sees average highs of 32.8°F in January and 86.1°F in July, with 37.1 inches of annual precipitation and 18.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Toluca, IL
Average High — January	32.8°F
Average High — July	86.1°F
Annual Precipitation	37.1"
Annual Snowfall	18.4"

Demographics

Metric	Toluca, IL	National Avg
Population	1,246	—
Median Age	47.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	84.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	12.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.9%	22.2%
65 and over	23.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Toluca

Toluca, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61369

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Toluca, IL affordable or expensive?

Toluca's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Toluca roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $104,400 and median rent is $778/month.

What is the crime rate in Toluca, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Toluca?

Public schools in Toluca are operated by Fieldcrest CUSD 6. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.9:1. 12.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Toluca, IL a good place to live?

Toluca, IL has a population of 1,246, a median household income of $51,979, and an unemployment rate of 5.6%. 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 Toluca?

Toluca averages 32.8°F in January and 86.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 37.1 inches with about 18.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Toluca?

Toluca, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61369.

What is the population of Toluca?

The population of Toluca, Illinois is 1,246 with a median age of 47.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Toluca?

Key numbers for living in Toluca: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $104,400, median household income $51,979, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Toluca side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.