Effingham, a city located in the state of Illinois (IL), is home to a population of approximately 12,244 people. Effingham boasts a median age of 37.1, with around 25.3% of its residents aged 60 or above. 6% of the population identifies as US Veterans. 18.6% of Effingham residents are disabled. The city has an average household income of $62,358, while the unemployment rate stands at 2.9%, and around 16.4% of the population is considered to be living below the poverty level. In terms of housing, the average home value in Effingham is $155,768, with a monthly rent averaging $686.