What are the schools like in Wamac, IL?

School district data for Wamac is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Wamac?

The median household income in Wamac, IL is $42,273 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.7%.

What is the weather like in Wamac, IL?

Wamac has an average high temperature of 38.8°F in January and 87.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 6.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Wamac, IL affordable or expensive?

Wamac's cost of living index is 85, where 100 represents the national average. This means Wamac is 15% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $26,700 and the median rent is $815 per month.

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

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

Is Wamac, IL a Good Place to Live?

Wamac is a small town of 896 in Illinois, with a median household income of $42,273 and a 11.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 85 (US average = 100), which is 15% below the national average.

Strengths: Wamac stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

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

All Wamac 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: 85.0

Wamac's overall cost of living index is 85.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Wamac costs roughly 15% less than the average American city.

Metric	Wamac, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$26,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$815	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	63.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$42,273	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Metric	Wamac, IL	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	2.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	81.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Wamac sees average highs of 38.8°F in January and 87.5°F in July, with 45.4 inches of annual precipitation and 6.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Wamac, IL
Average High — January	38.8°F
Average High — July	87.5°F
Annual Precipitation	45.4"
Annual Snowfall	6.5"

Demographics

Metric	Wamac, IL	National Avg
Population	896	—
Median Age	37.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.1%	6.3%
Under 18	27.6%	22.2%
65 and over	10.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Centralia, IL 3 mi Irvington, IL 4 mi Central City, IL 4 mi Walnut Hill, IL 6 mi Junction City, IL 6 mi

Wamac vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wamac, IL affordable or expensive?

Wamac's cost of living index is 85, where 100 is the national average. That makes Wamac roughly 15% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $26,700 and median rent is $815/month.

What is the crime rate in Wamac, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Wamac?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Wamac, IL a good place to live?

Wamac, IL has a population of 896, a median household income of $42,273, and an unemployment rate of 11.7%. 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 Wamac?

Wamac averages 38.8°F in January and 87.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.4 inches with about 6.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Wamac?

The population of Wamac, Illinois is 896 with a median age of 37.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Wamac?

Key numbers for living in Wamac: cost of living index 85 (100 = US average), median home $26,700, median household income $42,273. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Wamac side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.