Economy & Jobs — Wheeler, Illinois
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $20,568 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$23,500 |
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| Per Capita Income | $16,482 |
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| Poverty Rate | 46.9% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 13.6% |
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| In Labor Force | 41 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Manufacturing | 38.8% |
| Construction | 28.6% |
| Education Healthcare | 18.4% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Commercial Banks | 6 |
| Insurance Agencies | 6 |
| Fast Food | 6 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 5 |
| Bars | 5 |
| Gas Stations | 4 |
| Child Day Care | 4 |
| New Car Dealers | 3 |
| Physician Offices | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
