Living in Saline County, Illinois

Saline County is a county in Illinois with a population of around 24,548. The main communities are Harrisburg.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,416/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $73K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 46°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Saline County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.