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Moving to Normal, IL

A Complete Guide to The Town

Should you move to Normal, IL?

Normal, IL is home to 53,446 residents, ranking it #799 in Illinois by size. The Town has a poverty rate of 37% and a median household income of $58,564. Overall, Normal received an economic health grade of:

Homes in Normal, IL are commonly 10-19-unit Multi-Family, 2 Bedrooms, and built in 1987. 49.6% of homes are owner occupied.

To understand Normal, it’s also essential to research Illinois and McLean County, then focus in on the zip codes and schools that make up the neighborhoods you like. So be sure to browse around, there’s a lot of Illinois to explore.

Place Type

Town

County

McLean County

Land Size

18.30 sq mi

Water Area

0.09 sq mi

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How Does Normal Rank?

B+
Economy
D+
Home Affordability
D+
Diversity
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Who Lives in Normal?

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Total Population

53,446

10-Year Change

2.2%

Total Households

19,841

Persons Per Households

2.7

D+
Diversity Grade
White alone
80.1%
Black or African American alone
11.9%
American Indian and Alaska Native alone
0.2%
Asian alone
3.7%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone
0%
Hispanic or Latino
6.3%
Men vs. Women
Female 52.7%
Male 47.3%
  • #799 in population
Under 5 years
0.3%
Under 18 years
1%
Over 65 years
11%

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Housing in Normal

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Total Households

Own vs. Rent

Own 49.6%
Rent 40%

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Typical Age of Homes

1987

Common Residence Type

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Normal Schools

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C

Thomas Metcalf School

  • Isu Campus Box 7000 Normal, Il 61790

C

University High School

  • Isu Campus Box 5300 Normal, Il 61790

C

Grove Elementary School

  • 1101 Airport Rd Normal, Il 61761

C

Normal Community High School

  • 3900 E Raab Rd Normal, Il 61761

C-

Fairview Elem School

  • 416 Fairview St Normal, Il 61761

D+

Prairieland Elementary School

  • 1300 E Raab Rd Normal, Il 61761

D

Normal Community West High School

  • 501 N Parkside Rd Normal, Il 61761

F

Sugar Creek Elem School

  • 200 N Towanda Ave Normal, Il 61761

F

Sugar Creek Elem School

  • 200 N Towanda Ave Normal, Il 61761

C

Thomas Metcalf School

  • Isu Campus Box 7000 Normal, Il 61790

D+

Prairieland Elementary School

  • 1300 E Raab Rd Normal, Il 61761

C

University High School

  • Isu Campus Box 5300 Normal, Il 61790

C

Grove Elementary School

  • 1101 Airport Rd Normal, Il 61761

D

Normal Community West High School

  • 501 N Parkside Rd Normal, Il 61761

F

Parkside Elementary School

  • 1900 W College Ave Normal, Il 61761

F

Chiddix Jr High School

  • 300 S Walnut St Normal, Il 61761

Calvary Christian Academy

  • 1017 N School St, Normal, IL 61761

Epiphany Catholic School

  • 1002 E College Ave, Normal, IL 61761

Mulberry School

  • 1101 Douglas St, Normal, IL 61761

Youthbuild Mclean County Academy

  • 360 Wylie Dr Ste 305, Normal, IL 61761

F

Chiddix Jr High School

  • 300 S Walnut St Normal, Il 61761

F

Colene Hoose Elem School

  • 600 Grandview Dr Normal, Il 61761

F

Eugene Field School

  • 412 E Cypress St Normal, Il 61761

C-

Fairview Elem School

  • 416 Fairview St Normal, Il 61761

F

Glenn Elem School

  • 306 Glenn Ave Normal, Il 61761

C

Grove Elementary School

  • 1101 Airport Rd Normal, Il 61761

F

Kingsley Jr High School

  • 303 Kingsley St Normal, Il 61761

NR

Mcclean Co Detention Center

  • 903 N Main St Normal, Il 61761
A
Student-Teacher Ratio

Mclean County Usd 5 School District

The Mclean County Usd 5 School District in McLean County, IL, is home to 12,593 students across 26 schools. Based on enrollment numbers, Mclean County Usd 5 ranks #15 in Illinois. Grades from Pre-K to 12 are offered in the district.

Mclean County Usd 5 School District received a student-teacher ratio grade of A, averaging 12.84 students per teacher.

Learn more about the Mclean County Usd 5 School District and explore its schools.

District Schools

26

Student Enrollments

12,593

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.84:1

How does Mclean County Usd 5 School District compare?

  • #15 in Students in The State
  • #541 in Student-Teacher Ratio
Mclean County Usd 5 School District Profile

Cost of Living in Illinois

  • 92.6 Cost of Living Score (vs 100)
  • $120 Minimum Wage
  • $18.16 Living Wage

How Does Illinois Compare?

17
in Cost of Living
15
in Minimum Wage
39
in Living Wage

Illinois State Taxes

  • Corporate Taxes: 9.5%
  • State Income Tax: 4.95%

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Should you move to Illinois?

Illinois, the Land of Lincoln, boasts a diverse economy, rich cultural experiences, and plenty of outdoor adventure. From the bustling metropolis of Chicago to the rolling plains of the south, Illinois offers a range of lifestyles to suit varied tastes.

Illinois’s economy is a powerhouse, with Chicago serving as a key hub for finance, technology, manufacturing, and healthcare. The state is home to a multitude of Fortune 500 companies, including Boeing, Abbott Laboratories, and Caterpillar.

Life in Illinois presents a blend of urban excitement and rural charm. The city of Chicago offers world-class dining, shopping, entertainment, and cultural institutions such as the Art Institute of Chicago and the Field Museum. Outside the city, residents can enjoy activities like hiking in Starved Rock State Park or exploring the wine trail in Southern Illinois.

Illinois also prioritizes education, with top-rated universities like the University of Chicago, Northwestern University, and the University of Illinois system.

If you’re seeking a state that offers a balance of urban and rural life, a strong economy, and a commitment to quality education, Illinois might be the perfect choice. Just remember to bundle up for those windy city winters!

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Normal Economy

The industries, jobs, and economics of the area

Median Household Income

$58,564

US Average $74,580

Per Capita Income

How does Normal compare?

  • #706 in household income

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61761 Normal, IL

  • Population: 54,251
  • Household Income: $59,103
  • Diversity Grade: D
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  • Population: 5,275,541
  • Household Income: $72,121
  • Diversity Grade: A
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Edgar County

  • Population: 932,877
  • Household Income: $100,292
  • Diversity Grade: C
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LaSalle County

  • Population: 714,342
  • Household Income: $97,127
  • Diversity Grade: B
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Williamson County

  • Population: 696,355
  • Household Income: $95,751
  • Diversity Grade: B
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Kankakee County

  • Population: 516,522
  • Household Income: $88,935
  • Diversity Grade: B
Illinois

McLean County

  • Population: 310,229
  • Household Income: $93,801
  • Diversity Grade: D
Illinois

Woodford County

  • Population: 285,350
  • Household Income: $57,779
  • Diversity Grade: C
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Marion County

  • Population: 265,859
  • Household Income: $66,882
  • Diversity Grade: D
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Saline County

  • Population: 257,400
  • Household Income: $63,017
  • Diversity Grade: B
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Christian County

  • Population: 205,865
  • Household Income: $56,939
  • Diversity Grade: B
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Schuyler County

  • Population: 196,343
  • Household Income: $66,149
  • Diversity Grade: D
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Perry County

  • Population: 181,830
  • Household Income: $58,426
  • Diversity Grade: C
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  • Population: 9,618,502
  • Household Income: $78,166
  • Diversity Grade: A
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  • Population: 1,257,936
  • Household Income: $70,189
  • Diversity Grade: C
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  • Population: 402,391
  • Household Income: $59,760
  • Diversity Grade: D
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  • Population: 384,324
  • Household Income: $61,166
  • Diversity Grade: D
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  • Population: 338,798
  • Household Income: $56,746
  • Diversity Grade: C
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  • Population: 222,538
  • Household Income: $59,189
  • Diversity Grade: C
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  • Population: 199,671
  • Household Income: $68,796
  • Diversity Grade: D
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  • Population: 170,954
  • Household Income: $69,612
  • Diversity Grade: D
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  • Population: 133,435
  • Household Income: $50,953
  • Diversity Grade: D
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  • Population: 107,502
  • Household Income: $63,364
  • Diversity Grade: C
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  • Household Income: $46,807
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  • Household Income: $60,726
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  • Household Income: $65,781
  • Diversity Grade: A+
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