About East St. Louis, Illinois
East St. Louis, a city located in the state of Illinois (IL), is home to a population of approximately 18,796 people. East St. Louis boasts a median age of 43.3, with around 31.9% of its residents aged 60 or above. 7.1% of the population identifies as US Veterans. 22.5% of East St. Louis residents are disabled. The city has an average household income of $28,519, while the unemployment rate stands at 13.1%, and around 31.6% of the population is considered to be living below the poverty level. In terms of housing, the average home value in East St. Louis is $54,977, with a monthly rent averaging $585.
