Median owner-occupied home value
$58,900
A broad benchmark for homes people own here—not a live asking price.
Data: 2024-12-31View source
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Moving to Madison, Illinois
Metro East community · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life
About this CityHub guideMadison had an estimated 2,900 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $58,900 median owner-occupied home value, $1,014 median gross rent and 18.3-minute mean commute.
The short version
Madison had an estimated 2,900 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $58,900 median owner-occupied home value, $1,014 median gross rent and 18.3-minute mean commute.
What stands out
Madison runs a city parks and recreation department with local programs. If those programs are a reason to consider the city, identify the current activity and compare its route from a prospective home.
The essentials
At a glance
The local picture
A feel for Madison, Illinois
These local estimates and CityHub editorial ratings are for comparison and orientation. They are not verified statistics or current prices.
Local snapshot
Best for & local character
Metro EastEstablishedIllinois
Highlights
- 3,171 residents in the 2020 Census
- 1,613 housing units in the 2020 Census
- Metro East
How it scores
CityHub estimates, not official scores. Some ratings are generated from community characteristics.
Walkability40
Transit20
School context · modeled58
Nightlife & dining40
Parks & outdoors60
Arts & culture38
Quiet & peaceful58
The decision brief
Is Madison, Illinois a good fit?
What stands out
Madison runs a city parks and recreation department with local programs. If those programs are a reason to consider the city, identify the current activity and compare its route from a prospective home.
Things to check
Test your commute
The published mean travel time to work is 18.3 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours.
SourceDoes this fit your actual move?
Compare Madison, Illinois against your budget, commute, and priorities—or ask about a specific address.
Homes & housing
What does housing cost here?
Published Census estimates provide broad context where a reliable community-level figure is available. Check current homes or rentals for actual prices.
Median gross rent
$1,014
Useful renter context—not a substitute for current available rentals.
Data: 2024-12-31View source
Price is only part of the monthly payment
For a specific home, also account for the interest rate, property taxes, homeowners insurance, HOA fees, utilities, and condition. That’s why two homes with the same price tag can still cost very different amounts every month.
Plan the daily trip
Commute & getting around
Published mean travel time to work: 18.3 minutes. This is a community estimate, not the trip from a specific home. Test your route during your regular travel hours.
SourceSchools
Which schools serve this address?
The address—not the city name—determines the schools
The community name alone does not establish a school assignment in Madison, Illinois. Confirm the district and schools for the exact property before deciding.
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Identify the district
Start with the property’s complete street address.
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Check the boundary tool
Use the district’s official address or attendance lookup.
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Confirm before deciding
Ask the district to verify the current assignment and enrollment details.
Illinois school district finder
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How people spend free time
Parks & recreation
A few documented places in Madison, Illinois; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Errands, routines & convenience
Everyday life
A few documented places in Madison, Illinois; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Direct answers for movers
Questions about moving to Madison, Illinois
What is it like to live in Madison, Illinois?+
Madison had an estimated 2,900 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $58,900 median owner-occupied home value, $1,014 median gross rent and 18.3-minute mean commute. Madison runs a city parks and recreation department with local programs. If those programs are a reason to consider the city, identify the current activity and compare its route from a prospective home.
What should I know about housing costs in Madison, Illinois?+
The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $58,900 in Madison, Illinois. That describes existing homes in a survey period, not current listings or the homes available within your budget. Compare actual properties and their condition.
SourceWhat should movers know about schools in Madison, Illinois?+
CityHub does not identify an assigned school for a home in Madison, Illinois. The district and attendance boundary depend on the exact address and can change. Use the official lookup as a starting point, then confirm with the district before making a housing decision.
Use the Illinois district finderWhat is commuting from Madison, Illinois like?+
The published mean travel time to work (data as of 2024-12-31) is 18.3 minutes for residents of Madison, Illinois. That average covers many destinations and schedules; it does not predict your own trip. Test a prospective address at your usual hour.
SourceWhat costs should I consider before moving to Madison, Illinois?+
The published median gross rent (data as of 2024-12-31) is $1,014/month in Madison, Illinois. This is a survey measure, not a current rental quote. Check current offers, utilities, insurance and travel costs for the exact home.
SourceWhat should I verify before choosing a home in Madison, Illinois?+
The published mean travel time to work is 18.3 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours. Illinois Route 203 — Madison is one documented local destination; check the route and current access from the home you are considering. Confirm school assignment, property condition and recurring costs for the exact address.
SourceKeep narrowing the decision
Put Madison, Illinois in context.
The community guide tells you about this place. These guides help answer whether this is the right kind of place for your move.
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Map of Madison, Illinois
See where Madison, Illinois sits in the St. Louis region, then open named local places for directions and surrounding context.
This map is for orientation. Confirm municipal, school, floodplain, and parcel boundaries with the appropriate official source.
Around town
Places to know
Parks, civic resources, recreation, and recognizable destinations that help explain everyday life in Madison, Illinois.
Parks & outdoors
1 placeShopping & errands
1 placeCommercial corridor
Illinois Route 203 — Madison
The city's principal corridor for employment, retail and services.
Official detailsThings to do
1 placeNearby motorsports venueNearby
World Wide Technology Raceway
A major motorsports and event venue beside Madison.
Official detailsCivic & everyday
2 placesDon’t choose in a vacuum
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