Introduction


  
  Community Information

Population

Total Population 10,896
Population Density 1,799 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 5,729
Male Population 5,167
Median Age 37.23 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 54%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College LEWIS AND CLARK COMM COLL
Distance to LEWIS AND CLARK COMM COLL 8 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College SOUTHERN IL UNIV EDWARDSVILLE
Distance to SOUTHERN IL UNIV EDWARDSVILLE 7 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 4,701
Family Households 2,893
Average Family Size 2.98
Average Household Income $48,776
Median Household Income $41,776
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 54%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 1.00
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.63
Personal Crime Risk (County) 0.45
Murder Risk (County) 0.70
Rape Risk (County) 0.39
Robbery Risk 0.35
Assault Risk (County) 0.38
Property Risk (County) 0.96
Burglary Risk (County) 1.18
Larceny Risk (County) 1.14
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 0.37

Environment

Average July High Temperature 88.1° F
Average January Low Temperature 19.4° F
Annual Precipitation 38.54 inches
Air Pollution Index 93% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 6.6%
Nearest Airport LAMBERT-ST LOUIS INTL
Distance to LAMBERT-ST LOUIS INTL 17 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team ST. LOUIS RAMS
Distance to ST. LOUIS RAMS 17 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
WILLIAM M BEDELL - A R C SCHOOLSPECIAL EDUCATION400 S MAIN ST, WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
LEWIS & CLARK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL5 - 8501 E LORENA AVE, WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
EAST ALTON - WOOD RIVER COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12777 N WOOD RIVER AVE, WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
LEWIS & CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5501 E LORENA AVE, WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
NEW COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOLK - 12450 N WOOD RIVER AVE, WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSREGIONS BANK100 N WOOD RIVER AVE WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
BANKSREGIONS BANK501 WESLEY AVE WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
BANKSUS BANK1301 E EDWARDSVILLE RD WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
BANKSWOODFOREST NATIONAL BANK610 WESLEY DR WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
GOLFBELK PARK CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF880 BELK PARK RD WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
ART AND MUSEUMSWOOD RIVER MUSEUM & VISITORS40 W FERGUSON AVE WOOD RIVER, IL 62095



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Previous quarter's home sale average by Zip Code. Click zip code to view homes for sale.
 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
62095229$79,000$96,130
Displaying 1-10 of 15 in $5-200k range
 Enjoy the comforts of this beautiful 2 bedroom, 1 bath with spacious rooms and a very open floor plan. This home has a wonderful fenced backyard and a large 2 car attached garage. Great features await for you. This is a must see.
 
 Wood River, IL 62095
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$136,900

 Gorgeous 3BR full brick home located on a corner lot. Spacious rooms with hardwood floors. 2 fireplaces, finished basement, foyer entry. Privacy fenced backyard with shed. Newer kitchen/bathroom floors, replacement windows, beautiful landscaping and patio. All appliances stay including washer/dryer. Shower and sink in basement, just needs toilet to add 2nd bathroom. Attic space has floor for extra storage. Closet to schools, shopping and I-255.
 
 Wood River, IL 62095
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$134,900

 Dream home! Updated 1.5 story w/custom kitchen w/marble countertops and ceramic tile, refinished hardwood floors/wood trim, wooden staircase, new windows/siding, huge master bedroom suite w/dressing area & private bath, lower level has family room w/ventless fireplace, bonus room and built in childs playhouse-so cute!, 40 yr roof 06, brand new appliances stay! Partially fenced, large back patio, tire swing, shed and walking distance to school. HSA home warranty included. Definate Must See!
 
 Wood River, IL 62095
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$134,900

One and half 3-4 bedroom brick home on a large landscaped lot. Close to school. Large living room with wood-burning fireplace, formal dining room and 2 full baths. Enclosed porch. Eat-in kitchen with stove and microwave.
 800 E. Acton Avenue
 Wood River, IL 62095
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$121,900

 Fabulous remodeled home! Home has been remodeled down to the studs. Insulation behind replastered walls & ceilings, roof & windows 99, spacious living & dining room, 9ft ceilings, 6 panel solid wood doors, full walkout basement. On top of this, its close to all major highways and walking distance to schools.
 
 Wood River, IL 62095
 5 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$111,000

Nice 3 bedroom brick home. Large family room in basement. Fenced yard, deck and covered patio. Has lots of updates - A must see.
 963 Cedar Drive
 Wood River, IL 62095
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$105,000

 Charming home in great neighborhood. Updates in 2008 include roof, furnace, drywall, paint and floor coverings. Has newer windows. Family room looks out onto nicely landscaped and fenced backyard. (Seller has not used the fireplace)
 
 Wood River, IL 62095
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$89,900

 Charming 1.5 story bungalow in a great location close to schools, aquatic center and other amenities, great floor plan boasts gas log fireplace in living room, step saver kitchen with nice newer maple cabinets and hardwood floors throughout most of home. Tons of updates in recent years, huge bonus room upstairs could be used as 3rd bedroom.
 
 Wood River, IL 62095
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$84,900

 Newly updated 2 bedroom, 1 bath home with bonus room that could be used for 3rd bedroom. Hardwood floors, new carpet, new countertops, new ceramic bath, newer roof and hot water heater. Detached 1 car garage with concrete floor. Full basement enclosed front porch, nice location, great starter home. Nicely landscaped.
 
 Wood River, IL 62095
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$81,900

 Select commercial site in Wood River.Heavily traveled street, parking in front/rear, inside features display cases, bathroom, handicap entry & more.
 
 Wood River, IL 62095
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$79,900
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