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Alton at a glance
| Population | 25,430 |
|---|---|
| Median age | 38.4 |
| Median household income | $53,005 |
| Median home value | $99,500 |
| Median rent | $948 |
| Homeownership | 57% |
| College-educated | 21.2% |
| Average commute | 24 min |
| Work from home | 8.4% |
About Alton, Illinois
Alton is a city of 25,430 in Illinois with a median age of 38.4 and a median household income of $53,005. About 21.2% of residents hold a college degree. 8.4% of workers work from home, and the average commute is 24 minutes. The MailerDot Alton newsletter delivers free local news, weather, events, and community stories every morning — a 5-minute read covering what's happening in Alton today.
What's in the Alton daily digest
- Local Pulse — the top local headlines, summarized.
- Today's Outlook — the Alton forecast with one practical line on what to wear or skip.
- What's On Around Town — events, markets, and shows in the next day or two.
- Spotlight & Story — a short feature on a local place, business, or person.
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Each edition has four short sections: Local Pulse (top headlines), Today's Outlook (weather with context), What's On Around Town (events and markets), and Spotlight & Story (a local feature). It's about a 5-minute read.
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