What are the schools like in Wenona, IL?

Wenona is served primarily by Woodford Cty Special Ed Assoc. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools.

What is the median household income in Wenona?

The median household income in Wenona, IL is $38,382 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.3%.

What is the weather like in Wenona, IL?

Wenona 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.

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

Q: Is Wenona, IL affordable or expensive?

Wenona's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Wenona is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $87,900 and the median rent is $699 per month.

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

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

Is Wenona, IL a Good Place to Live?

Wenona is a small town of 1,047 in Illinois, with a median household income of $38,382 and a 4.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Wenona is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Wenona 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

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

Metric	Wenona, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$87,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$699	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	60.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$38,382	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Wenona is served primarily by Woodford Cty Special Ed Assoc.

Metric	Wenona, IL	National Avg
School District	Woodford Cty Special Ed Assoc	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	15.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

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

Demographics

Metric	Wenona, IL	National Avg
Population	1,047	—
Median Age	36.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.1%	22.2%
65 and over	19.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Rutland, IL 5 mi Toluca, IL 5 mi Lostant, IL 5 mi Dana, IL 8 mi Magnolia, IL 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Wenona

Wenona, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61377

Wenona vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wenona, IL affordable or expensive?

Wenona's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Wenona roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $87,900 and median rent is $699/month.

What is the crime rate in Wenona, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Wenona?

Public schools in Wenona are operated by Woodford Cty Special Ed Assoc. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. 15.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Wenona, IL a good place to live?

Wenona, IL has a population of 1,047, a median household income of $38,382, and an unemployment rate of 4.3%. 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 Wenona?

Wenona 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 Wenona?

Wenona, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61377.

What is the population of Wenona?

The population of Wenona, Illinois is 1,047 with a median age of 36.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Wenona?

Key numbers for living in Wenona: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $87,900, median household income $38,382. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Wenona side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.