What are the schools like in Warren, IL?

Warren is served primarily by Warren CUSD 205. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.4:1.

What is the median household income in Warren?

The median household income in Warren, IL is $71,211 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.5%.

What is the weather like in Warren, IL?

Warren has an average high temperature of 27.8°F in January and 81.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 32.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Warren, IL affordable or expensive?

Warren's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Warren is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $98,300 and the median rent is $733 per month.

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

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

Is Warren, IL a Good Place to Live?

Warren is a small town of 1,548 in Illinois, with a median household income of $71,211 and a 6.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

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

All Warren 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: 90.6

Warren's overall cost of living index is 90.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Warren costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Warren, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$98,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$733	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	88.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$71,211	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Warren is served primarily by Warren CUSD 205. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Warren, IL	National Avg
School District	Warren CUSD 205	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Warren sees average highs of 27.8°F in January and 81.7°F in July, with 41.7 inches of annual precipitation and 32.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Warren, IL
Average High — January	27.8°F
Average High — July	81.7°F
Annual Precipitation	41.7"
Annual Snowfall	32.1"

Demographics

Metric	Warren, IL	National Avg
Population	1,548	—
Median Age	40.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	25.6%	22.2%
65 and over	23.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Nora, IL 4 mi Apple River, IL 5 mi Gratiot, WI 6 mi South Wayne, WI 8 mi Apple Canyon Lake, IL 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Warren

Warren, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61087

Warren vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Warren, IL affordable or expensive?

Warren's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Warren roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $98,300 and median rent is $733/month.

What is the crime rate in Warren, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Warren?

Public schools in Warren are operated by Warren CUSD 205. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.4:1. 13.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Warren, IL a good place to live?

Warren, IL has a population of 1,548, a median household income of $71,211, and an unemployment rate of 6.5%. 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 Warren?

Warren averages 27.8°F in January and 81.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.7 inches with about 32.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Warren?

Warren, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61087.

What is the population of Warren?

The population of Warren, Illinois is 1,548 with a median age of 40.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Warren?

Key numbers for living in Warren: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $98,300, median household income $71,211, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Warren side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.