The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Madison county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 78.6℉ and the average temperature in January is 31.3℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 57% and the area covered by water is 2.07%. The overall influence score for Madison is 1.
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Madison County is located in the southwestern corner of Illinois. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the population in Madison County was estimated to be 269,282 in 2019. The median age is 36.3 years old and the median household income is $67,717. The majority of Madison County residents (81%) are white, 8% are Black or African American, 7% are Hispanic or Latino, and 4% are Asian.
The majority of housing units in Madison County are owner-occupied (63%), while 37% are renter-occupied. The median value of a home in Madison County is $164,800. The median gross rent is $945 per month.
Madison County has a mix of urban and rural areas. The county seat is Edwardsville, which is the largest city in the county with a population of 24,293. Other cities include Alton (27,865) and Granite City (29,849). There are several smaller towns and unincorporated communities scattered throughout the county.
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