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East Alton, IL

Looking to move to East Alton, IL? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to East Alton, IL is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: East Alton, IL has a population of 5803. What about cost of living in East Alton, IL? The median income in East Alton, IL is $47,625 and the median home value is $106,460.

Read on to learn more about East Alton, IL, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in East Alton, IL

Average Temperatures

66 high / 47 low

Average Annual Rainfall

42 in

Average Annual Snowfall

13 in

Quick Facts about East Alton, Illinois

Median Home Value
$106,460
Median Property Tax
$2,157
Total Population
5,803
Average Commute
21 min
Median Household Income
$47,625
Median Monthly Rent
$620

Map of East Alton, IL


Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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