Wood River, a city located in the state of Illinois (IL), is home to a population of approximately 10,313 people. Wood River boasts a median age of 34.6, with around 19.4% of its residents aged 60 or above. 6.8% of the population identifies as US Veterans. 17% of Wood River residents are disabled. The city has an average household income of $58,813, while the unemployment rate stands at 6.1%, and around 19.5% of the population is considered to be living below the poverty level. In terms of housing, the average home value in Wood River is $100,512, with a monthly rent averaging $890.