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Crime in Effingham summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Effingham. Key points include:
There were 269 total crimes in Effingham in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Effingham is 2,196.6 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Effingham is 220.5 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Effingham is 1,976.2 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Effingham is 3.65% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Effingham Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Effingham / 100k People |
Illinois / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 269 | 2,196.6 | 2,004.4 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 27 | 220.5 | 289.2 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 5.8 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 2 | 16.3 | 90.2 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 17 | 138.8 | 146.3 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 242 | 1,976.2 | 1,715.2 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 65 | 530.8 | 290.5 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 164 | 1,339.2 | 1,134.4 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 13 | 106.2 | 290.4 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Effingham summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Effingham. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Illinois. Key points include:
The cost of living in Effingham is 91 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Effingham is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Effingham is $226,768.
The median income in Effingham is $72,377.
Effingham's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Effingham Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Effingham | Illinois | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 91 | 98 | 100 |
| Services | 97 | 99 | 100 |
| Groceries | 98 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 72 | 96 | 100 |
| Housing | 100 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 98 | 99 | 100 |
| Utilities | 96 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Effingham, IL Weather
The average high in Effingham is 64.3° and the average low is 43.8°.
There are 72.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 42.0 inches of precipitation each year with 14.8 inches of snow.
| Stat | Effingham |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 64.3 |
| Average Annual Low | 43.8 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 72.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 42.0 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 14.8 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Effingham, IL Photos
1 Reviews & Comments About Effingham
It's a nice little town growing quickly and with some lovely people.
Economic growth stood out as very good but the town should probably do more to help those less fortunate.
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Effingham Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Effingham
The current population in Effingham is 12,342. The population has increased 2.2% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12,342 | 0.7% |
| 2023 | 12,258 | 0.1% |
| 2022 | 12,244 | 0.2% |
| 2021 | 12,218 | -0.7% |
| 2020 | 12,310 | -2.0% |
| 2019 | 12,563 | -0.5% |
| 2018 | 12,624 | 0.9% |
| 2017 | 12,517 | -1.1% |
| 2016 | 12,650 | 1.1% |
| 2015 | 12,513 | 0.7% |
| 2014 | 12,428 | 1.3% |
| 2013 | 12,264 | -0.3% |
| 2012 | 12,297 | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 12,161 | 0.7% |
| 2010 | 12,076 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Effingham
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Effingham is:
91.6% White with 11,303 White residents.
0.7% African American with 82 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
1.1% Asian with 141 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.0% Other with 0 Other residents.
1.9% Two Or More with 232 Two Or More residents.
4.7% Hispanic with 584 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Effingham | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 91.6% | 58.1% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.7% | 13.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 1.1% | 5.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 1.9% | 3.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 4.7% | 18.8% | 19.3% |
Gender in Effingham
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Effingham is 51.8% female with 6,390 female residents.
Effingham is 48.2% male with 5,952 male residents.
| Gender | Effingham | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Effingham for adults over 25
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4.0% of adults in Effingham completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in Effingham completed 9-12th grade.
26.0% of adults in Effingham completed high school / ged.
20.0% of adults in Effingham completed some college.
18.0% of adults in Effingham completed associate's degree.
17.0% of adults in Effingham completed bachelor's degree.
9.0% of adults in Effingham completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Effingham completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Effingham completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Effingham | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 26.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 20.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 18.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 17.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 9.0% | 11.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Effingham, Illinois
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4.2% of households in Effingham earn Less than $10,000.
3.4% of households in Effingham earn $10,000 to $14,999.
11.5% of households in Effingham earn $15,000 to $24,999.
6.6% of households in Effingham earn $25,000 to $34,999.
11.5% of households in Effingham earn $35,000 to $49,999.
15.1% of households in Effingham earn $50,000 to $74,999.
15.2% of households in Effingham earn $75,000 to $99,999.
17.2% of households in Effingham earn $100,000 to $149,999.
10.1% of households in Effingham earn $150,000 to $199,999.
5.2% of households in Effingham earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Effingham | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.2% | 5.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.4% | 3.2% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 11.5% | 5.9% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 6.6% | 6.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 11.5% | 9.7% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.1% | 14.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.2% | 12.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 17.2% | 18.0% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 10.1% | 10.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.2% | 13.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
