Living in Ford County, Illinois

Ford County is a county in Illinois with a population of around 13,736, part of the Champaign-Urbana, IL MSA metro area. The main communities are Paxton.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $676/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $126K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 37°F) and warm summers (highs around 81°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Ford County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly working-class population (21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.